Brenton Strange vs George Kittle
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
George Kittle- Higher projection: 169 vs 161 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 93 vs 150
- More points per game: 14.7 vs 9.8
Brenton Strange and George Kittle are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. George Kittle holds the edge in expert consensus (TE9 to TE17). George Kittle typically comes off the board first, around pick 82 (round 7) to Brenton Strange's pick 162. The 2026 projections are nearly even: George Kittle at 169 PPR points (10.0 per game) versus Brenton Strange at 161.
Last season George Kittle carried the heavier workload (80% snap share, 70 touches to Brenton Strange's 60), 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, George Kittle is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Strange | Kittle |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 161 | 169 |
| Points / game | 9.8 | 14.7 |
| Games played | 12 | 11 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #150 | #93 |
| ADP | 162 | 82 |
| Positional rank | TE22 | TE13 |
| Snap share | 76% | 80% |
| Red-zone touches | 9 | 13 |
| Age | 25 | 32 |
| Bye week | 7 | 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: Brenton Strange or George Kittle.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Brenton Strange or George Kittle in 2026?
George Kittle is a clear call over Brenton Strange for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Brenton Strange or George Kittle?
George Kittle carries the higher 2026 projection at 169 PPR points (10.0 per game), compared with 161 for Brenton Strange.
Where are Brenton Strange and George Kittle being drafted?
George Kittle has an ADP around pick 82 (round 7), while Brenton Strange goes closer to pick 162 (round 14).
Who is ranked higher, Brenton Strange or George Kittle?
Expert consensus ranks George Kittle (TE9) ahead of Brenton Strange (TE17) for 2026.
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