Cade Otton vs Colby Parkinson
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
Cade Otton- Higher projection: 122 vs 76 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 230 vs 263
- More opportunity: 93% snap share, 5 red-zone touches
Cade Otton and Colby Parkinson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Cade Otton holds the edge in expert consensus (TE28 to TE32). Cade Otton typically comes off the board first, around pick 233 (round 20) to Colby Parkinson's pick 251. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Cade Otton at 122 PPR points (7.2 per game) versus Colby Parkinson at 76.
Last season Cade Otton carried the heavier workload (93% snap share, 81 touches to Colby Parkinson's 56), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Cade Otton is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Otton | Parkinson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 122 | 76 |
| Points / game | 7.6 | 8.7 |
| Games played | 16 | 15 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #230 | #263 |
| ADP | 233 | 251 |
| Positional rank | TE21 | TE17 |
| Snap share | 93% | 59% |
| Red-zone touches | 5 | 20 |
| Age | 27 | 27 |
| Bye week | 10 | 11 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Cade Otton or Colby Parkinson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Cade Otton or Colby Parkinson in 2026?
Cade Otton is a clear call over Colby Parkinson for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Cade Otton or Colby Parkinson?
Cade Otton carries the higher 2026 projection at 122 PPR points (7.2 per game), compared with 76 for Colby Parkinson.
Where are Cade Otton and Colby Parkinson being drafted?
Cade Otton has an ADP around pick 233 (round 20), while Colby Parkinson goes closer to pick 251 (round 21).
Who is ranked higher, Cade Otton or Colby Parkinson?
Expert consensus ranks Cade Otton (TE28) ahead of Colby Parkinson (TE32) for 2026.
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