Cade Otton vs Dallas Goedert
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
Dallas Goedert- Higher projection: 136 vs 122 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 117 vs 230
- More points per game: 12.3 vs 7.6
Cade Otton and Dallas Goedert are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Dallas Goedert holds the edge in expert consensus (TE12 to TE28). Dallas Goedert typically comes off the board first, around pick 120 (round 11) to Cade Otton's pick 233. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Dallas Goedert at 136 PPR points (8.0 per game) versus Cade Otton at 122.
Last season Dallas Goedert carried the heavier workload (85% snap share, 82 touches to Cade Otton's 81), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Cade Otton is the younger option (age 27), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Dallas Goedert is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Otton | Goedert |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 122 | 136 |
| Points / game | 7.6 | 12.3 |
| Games played | 16 | 15 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #230 | #117 |
| ADP | 233 | 120 |
| Positional rank | TE21 | TE7 |
| Snap share | 93% | 85% |
| Red-zone touches | 5 | 15 |
| Age | 27 | 31 |
| Bye week | 10 | 10 |
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 Dallas Goedert.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Cade Otton or Dallas Goedert in 2026?
Dallas Goedert is a clear call over Cade Otton for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Cade Otton or Dallas Goedert?
Dallas Goedert carries the higher 2026 projection at 136 PPR points (8.0 per game), compared with 122 for Cade Otton.
Where are Cade Otton and Dallas Goedert being drafted?
Dallas Goedert has an ADP around pick 120 (round 11), while Cade Otton goes closer to pick 233 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Cade Otton or Dallas Goedert?
Expert consensus ranks Dallas Goedert (TE12) ahead of Cade Otton (TE28) for 2026.
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