AJ Barner vs Dalton Schultz
Two tight ends fantasy managers weigh against each other for 2026. Here is the head-to-head on projections, expert consensus, ADP and usage, with our Clutch Score verdict on who to draft.
Who to draft
Strong edge · 95% confident
Dalton Schultz- Higher projection: 151 vs 142 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 151 vs 192
- More points per game: 10.5 vs 8.7
AJ Barner and Dalton Schultz are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Dalton Schultz holds the edge in expert consensus (TE18 to TE22). Dalton Schultz typically comes off the board first, around pick 178 (round 15) to AJ Barner's pick 189. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Dalton Schultz at 151 PPR points (8.9 per game) versus AJ Barner at 142.
Last season Dalton Schultz carried the heavier workload (72% snap share, 106 touches to AJ Barner's 78), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. AJ Barner is the younger option (age 24), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Dalton Schultz is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Barner | Schultz |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 142 | 151 |
| Points / game | 8.7 | 10.5 |
| Games played | 17 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #192 | #151 |
| ADP | 189 | 178 |
| Positional rank | TE14 | TE10 |
| Snap share | 78% | 72% |
| Red-zone touches | 15 | 11 |
| Age | 24 | 30 |
| Bye week | 11 | 8 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: AJ Barner or Dalton Schultz.
Frequently asked
Should I draft AJ Barner or Dalton Schultz in 2026?
Dalton Schultz is a clear call over AJ Barner for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, AJ Barner or Dalton Schultz?
Dalton Schultz carries the higher 2026 projection at 151 PPR points (8.9 per game), compared with 142 for AJ Barner.
Where are AJ Barner and Dalton Schultz being drafted?
Dalton Schultz has an ADP around pick 178 (round 15), while AJ Barner goes closer to pick 189 (round 16).
Who is ranked higher, AJ Barner or Dalton Schultz?
Expert consensus ranks Dalton Schultz (TE18) ahead of AJ Barner (TE22) for 2026.
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