Brenton Strange vs Pat Freiermuth
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 128 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 150 vs 217
- More points per game: 9.8 vs 6.7
Brenton Strange and Pat Freiermuth are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Brenton Strange holds the edge in expert consensus (TE17 to TE26). Brenton Strange typically comes off the board first, around pick 162 (round 14) to Pat Freiermuth's pick 240. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Brenton Strange at 161 PPR points (9.5 per game) versus Pat Freiermuth at 128.
Last season Brenton Strange carried the heavier workload (76% snap share, 60 touches to Pat Freiermuth's 54), 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 | Freiermuth |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 161 | 128 |
| Points / game | 9.8 | 6.7 |
| Games played | 12 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #150 | #217 |
| ADP | 162 | 240 |
| Positional rank | TE22 | TE24 |
| Snap share | 76% | 49% |
| Red-zone touches | 9 | 9 |
| Age | 25 | 27 |
| 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 Pat Freiermuth.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Brenton Strange or Pat Freiermuth in 2026?
Brenton Strange is a clear call over Pat Freiermuth for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Brenton Strange or Pat Freiermuth?
Brenton Strange carries the higher 2026 projection at 161 PPR points (9.5 per game), compared with 128 for Pat Freiermuth.
Where are Brenton Strange and Pat Freiermuth being drafted?
Brenton Strange has an ADP around pick 162 (round 14), while Pat Freiermuth goes closer to pick 240 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Brenton Strange or Pat Freiermuth?
Expert consensus ranks Brenton Strange (TE17) ahead of Pat Freiermuth (TE26) for 2026.
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