Austin Hooper vs Jonnu Smith
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
Jonnu Smith- Higher projection: 36 vs 33 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 394 vs 415
- More opportunity: 28% snap share, 1 red-zone touches
Austin Hooper and Jonnu Smith are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Jonnu Smith holds the edge in expert consensus (TE53 to TE58). The 2026 projections are nearly even: Jonnu Smith at 36 PPR points (2.1 per game) versus Austin Hooper at 33.
Last season Austin Hooper carried the heavier workload (24% snap share, 10 touches to Jonnu Smith's 8), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Jonnu Smith is the clear pick on the higher projection and stronger expert consensus.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Hooper | Smith |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 33 | 36 |
| Points / game | 3.0 | 2.2 |
| Games played | 7 | 7 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #415 | #394 |
| ADP | 430 | - |
| Scoring rank (season) | TE43 | TE49 |
| Snap share | 24% | 28% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 1 |
| Age | 31 | 31 |
| Bye week | 11 | 11 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Austin Hooper or Jonnu Smith.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Austin Hooper or Jonnu Smith in 2026?
Jonnu Smith is a clear call over Austin Hooper for 2026, on the higher projection and stronger expert consensus.
Who is projected to score more, Austin Hooper or Jonnu Smith?
Jonnu Smith carries the higher 2026 projection at 36 PPR points (2.1 per game), compared with 33 for Austin Hooper.
Who is ranked higher, Austin Hooper or Jonnu Smith?
Expert consensus ranks Jonnu Smith (TE53) ahead of Austin Hooper (TE58) for 2026.
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