Brenton Strange 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
Brenton Strange- Higher projection: 161 vs 151 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 150 vs 151
- More points per game: 10.0 vs 9.3
Brenton Strange and Dalton Schultz are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Brenton Strange holds the edge in expert consensus (TE17 to TE18). Brenton Strange typically comes off the board first, around pick 162 (round 14) to Dalton Schultz's pick 179. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Brenton Strange at 161 PPR points (9.5 per game) versus Dalton Schultz at 151.
Last season Dalton Schultz carried the heavier workload (58% snap share, 43 touches to Brenton Strange's 33), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Brenton Strange is the younger option (age 25), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Brenton Strange is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Strange | Schultz |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 161 | 151 |
| Points / game | 10.0 | 9.3 |
| Games played | 6 | 7 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #150 | #151 |
| ADP | 162 | 179 |
| Scoring rank (season) | TE19 | TE14 |
| Snap share | 79% | 58% |
| Red-zone touches | 3 | 4 |
| Age | 25 | 30 |
| Bye week | 7 | 8 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Brenton Strange or Dalton Schultz.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Brenton Strange or Dalton Schultz in 2026?
Brenton Strange is a clear call over Dalton Schultz for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Brenton Strange or Dalton Schultz?
Brenton Strange carries the higher 2026 projection at 161 PPR points (9.5 per game), compared with 151 for Dalton Schultz.
Where are Brenton Strange and Dalton Schultz being drafted?
Brenton Strange has an ADP around pick 162 (round 14), while Dalton Schultz goes closer to pick 179 (round 15).
Who is ranked higher, Brenton Strange or Dalton Schultz?
Expert consensus ranks Brenton Strange (TE17) ahead of Dalton Schultz (TE18) for 2026.
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