Brevyn Spann-Ford vs Ian Thomas
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
Clear edge · 80% confident
Ian Thomas- More points per game: 1.6 vs 1.4
- More opportunity: 35% snap share
- Better positional rank: TE69 vs TE70
Brevyn Spann-Ford carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Brevyn Spann-Ford and Ian Thomas are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Brevyn Spann-Ford at 29 PPR points (1.7 per game) versus Ian Thomas at 4.
Last season Brevyn Spann-Ford carried the heavier workload (25% snap share, 13 touches to Ian Thomas's 13), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Brevyn Spann-Ford is the younger option (age 26), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Ian Thomas is the solid pick on our blend of projection, usage and matchup. Brevyn Spann-Ford carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Head-to-head
| Stat | Spann-Ford | Thomas |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 29 | 4 |
| Points / game | 1.4 | 1.6 |
| Games played | 17 | 15 |
| ADP | - | 617 |
| Positional rank | TE70 | TE69 |
| Snap share | 25% | 35% |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | 0 |
| Age | 26 | 30 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Brevyn Spann-Ford or Ian Thomas.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Brevyn Spann-Ford or Ian Thomas in 2026?
Ian Thomas is a solid pick over Brevyn Spann-Ford for 2026, on our blend of projection, usage and matchup. Brevyn Spann-Ford carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Who is projected to score more, Brevyn Spann-Ford or Ian Thomas?
Brevyn Spann-Ford carries the higher 2026 projection at 29 PPR points (1.7 per game), compared with 4 for Ian Thomas.
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Verdict blends projections, usage, positional rank, consensus and health. Data via the Sleeper API and FantasyPros consensus, refreshed daily.