Brenton Strange vs Mark Andrews
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
Mark Andrews- Higher projection: 163 vs 161 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 135 vs 150
- More opportunity: 62% snap share, 17 red-zone touches
Brenton Strange and Mark Andrews are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Mark Andrews holds the edge in expert consensus (TE16 to TE17). Mark Andrews typically comes off the board first, around pick 125 (round 11) to Brenton Strange's pick 162. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Mark Andrews at 163 PPR points (9.6 per game) versus Brenton Strange at 161.
Last season Mark Andrews carried the heavier workload (62% snap share, 80 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, Mark Andrews is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Strange | Andrews |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 161 | 163 |
| Points / game | 9.8 | 7.7 |
| Games played | 12 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #150 | #135 |
| ADP | 162 | 125 |
| Positional rank | TE22 | TE16 |
| Snap share | 76% | 62% |
| Red-zone touches | 9 | 17 |
| Age | 25 | 31 |
| Bye week | 7 | 13 |
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 Mark Andrews.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Brenton Strange or Mark Andrews in 2026?
Mark Andrews 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 Mark Andrews?
Mark Andrews carries the higher 2026 projection at 163 PPR points (9.6 per game), compared with 161 for Brenton Strange.
Where are Brenton Strange and Mark Andrews being drafted?
Mark Andrews has an ADP around pick 125 (round 11), while Brenton Strange goes closer to pick 162 (round 14).
Who is ranked higher, Brenton Strange or Mark Andrews?
Expert consensus ranks Mark Andrews (TE16) ahead of Brenton Strange (TE17) for 2026.
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