Brock Wright vs Durham Smythe
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- Higher projection: 27 vs 10 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 509 vs 513
- More points per game: 1.5 vs 1.4
Brock Wright and Durham Smythe are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Brock Wright holds the edge in expert consensus (TE74 to TE76). Durham Smythe typically comes off the board first, around pick 678 (round 57) to Brock Wright's pick 691. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Brock Wright at 27 PPR points (1.6 per game) versus Durham Smythe at 10.
Last season Brock Wright carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 1 touches to Durham Smythe's 1), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Brock Wright is the younger option (age 27), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Brock Wright is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and more room to grow.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Wright | Smythe |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 27 | 10 |
| Points / game | 1.5 | 1.4 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #509 | #513 |
| ADP | 691 | 678 |
| Scoring rank (season) | TE53 | TE54 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 1 |
| Age | 27 | 31 |
| Bye week | 6 | 13 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Brock Wright or Durham Smythe.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Brock Wright or Durham Smythe in 2026?
Brock Wright is a clear call over Durham Smythe for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and more room to grow.
Who is projected to score more, Brock Wright or Durham Smythe?
Brock Wright carries the higher 2026 projection at 27 PPR points (1.6 per game), compared with 10 for Durham Smythe.
Where are Brock Wright and Durham Smythe being drafted?
Durham Smythe has an ADP around pick 678 (round 57), while Brock Wright goes closer to pick 691 (round 58).
Who is ranked higher, Brock Wright or Durham Smythe?
Expert consensus ranks Brock Wright (TE74) ahead of Durham Smythe (TE76) for 2026.
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