Brenton Strange vs Gunnar Helm
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 130 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 150 vs 216
- More points per game: 9.8 vs 5.7
Brenton Strange and Gunnar Helm are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Brenton Strange holds the edge in expert consensus (TE17 to TE25). Brenton Strange typically comes off the board first, around pick 162 (round 14) to Gunnar Helm's pick 233. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Brenton Strange at 161 PPR points (9.5 per game) versus Gunnar Helm at 130.
Last season Brenton Strange carried the heavier workload (76% snap share, 60 touches to Gunnar Helm's 55), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. 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 | Helm |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 161 | 130 |
| Points / game | 9.8 | 5.7 |
| Games played | 12 | 16 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #150 | #216 |
| ADP | 162 | 233 |
| Positional rank | TE22 | TE30 |
| Snap share | 76% | 53% |
| Red-zone touches | 9 | 7 |
| Age | 25 | 24 |
| Bye week | 7 | 9 |
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 Gunnar Helm.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Brenton Strange or Gunnar Helm in 2026?
Brenton Strange is a clear call over Gunnar Helm for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Brenton Strange or Gunnar Helm?
Brenton Strange carries the higher 2026 projection at 161 PPR points (9.5 per game), compared with 130 for Gunnar Helm.
Where are Brenton Strange and Gunnar Helm being drafted?
Brenton Strange has an ADP around pick 162 (round 14), while Gunnar Helm goes closer to pick 233 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Brenton Strange or Gunnar Helm?
Expert consensus ranks Brenton Strange (TE17) ahead of Gunnar Helm (TE25) for 2026.
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