Brenton Strange vs Theo Johnson
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 77 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 151 vs 287
- More points per game: 10.3 vs 1.9
Brenton Strange and Theo Johnson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Brenton Strange holds the edge in expert consensus (TE18 to TE34). Brenton Strange typically comes off the board first, around pick 161 (round 14) to Theo Johnson's pick 232. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Brenton Strange at 161 PPR points (9.5 per game) versus Theo Johnson at 77.
Last season Brenton Strange carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 3 touches to Theo Johnson's 1), 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 | Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 161 | 77 |
| Points / game | 10.3 | 1.9 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #151 | #287 |
| ADP | 161 | 232 |
| Positional rank | TE13 | TE46 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 0 |
| Age | 25 | 25 |
| 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 Theo Johnson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Brenton Strange or Theo Johnson in 2026?
Brenton Strange is a clear call over Theo Johnson for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Brenton Strange or Theo Johnson?
Brenton Strange carries the higher 2026 projection at 161 PPR points (9.5 per game), compared with 77 for Theo Johnson.
Where are Brenton Strange and Theo Johnson being drafted?
Brenton Strange has an ADP around pick 161 (round 14), while Theo Johnson goes closer to pick 232 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Brenton Strange or Theo Johnson?
Expert consensus ranks Brenton Strange (TE18) ahead of Theo Johnson (TE34) for 2026.
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