Austin Hooper vs Ben Sinnott
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
Austin Hooper- Higher projection: 33 vs 28 pts
- More points per game: 3.7 vs 1.8
- More opportunity: 50% snap share, 5 red-zone touches
Austin Hooper and Ben Sinnott are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Ben Sinnott holds the edge in expert consensus (TE55 to TE58). The 2026 projections are nearly even: Austin Hooper at 33 PPR points (2.0 per game) versus Ben Sinnott at 28.
Last season Austin Hooper carried the heavier workload (50% snap share, 26 touches to Ben Sinnott's 13), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Ben Sinnott is the younger option (age 24), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Austin Hooper is the clear pick on the higher projection and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Hooper | Sinnott |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 33 | 28 |
| Points / game | 3.7 | 1.8 |
| Games played | 16 | 16 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #415 | #400 |
| ADP | 430 | - |
| Positional rank | TE46 | TE66 |
| Snap share | 50% | 33% |
| Red-zone touches | 5 | 1 |
| Age | 31 | 24 |
| Bye week | 11 | 7 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Austin Hooper or Ben Sinnott.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Austin Hooper or Ben Sinnott in 2026?
Austin Hooper is a clear call over Ben Sinnott for 2026, on the higher projection and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Austin Hooper or Ben Sinnott?
Austin Hooper carries the higher 2026 projection at 33 PPR points (2.0 per game), compared with 28 for Ben Sinnott.
Who is ranked higher, Austin Hooper or Ben Sinnott?
Expert consensus ranks Ben Sinnott (TE55) ahead of Austin Hooper (TE58) for 2026.
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