AJ Barner vs Terrance Ferguson
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
AJ Barner- Higher projection: 142 vs 100 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 192 vs 194
- More points per game: 8.7 vs 3.7
AJ Barner and Terrance Ferguson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. AJ Barner holds the edge in expert consensus (TE22 to TE23). AJ Barner typically comes off the board first, around pick 189 (round 16) to Terrance Ferguson's pick 203. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: AJ Barner at 142 PPR points (8.4 per game) versus Terrance Ferguson at 100.
Last season AJ Barner carried the heavier workload (78% snap share, 78 touches to Terrance Ferguson's 26), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, AJ Barner is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Barner | Ferguson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 142 | 100 |
| Points / game | 8.7 | 3.7 |
| Games played | 17 | 14 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #192 | #194 |
| ADP | 189 | 203 |
| Positional rank | TE14 | TE51 |
| Snap share | 78% | 39% |
| Red-zone touches | 15 | 4 |
| Age | 24 | 23 |
| Bye week | 11 | 11 |
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 Terrance Ferguson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft AJ Barner or Terrance Ferguson in 2026?
AJ Barner is a clear call over Terrance Ferguson for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, AJ Barner or Terrance Ferguson?
AJ Barner carries the higher 2026 projection at 142 PPR points (8.4 per game), compared with 100 for Terrance Ferguson.
Where are AJ Barner and Terrance Ferguson being drafted?
AJ Barner has an ADP around pick 189 (round 16), while Terrance Ferguson goes closer to pick 203 (round 17).
Who is ranked higher, AJ Barner or Terrance Ferguson?
Expert consensus ranks AJ Barner (TE22) ahead of Terrance Ferguson (TE23) for 2026.
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