Cade Otton vs Hunter Henry
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: 154 vs 122 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 157 vs 230
- More points per game: 10.5 vs 7.6
Cade Otton and Hunter Henry are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Hunter Henry holds the edge in expert consensus (TE20 to TE28). Hunter Henry typically comes off the board first, around pick 142 (round 12) to Cade Otton's pick 233. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Hunter Henry at 154 PPR points (9.0 per game) versus Cade Otton at 122.
Last season Hunter Henry carried the heavier workload (81% snap share, 87 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, Hunter Henry is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Otton | Henry |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 122 | 154 |
| Points / game | 7.6 | 10.5 |
| Games played | 16 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #230 | #157 |
| ADP | 233 | 142 |
| Positional rank | TE21 | TE9 |
| Snap share | 93% | 81% |
| Red-zone touches | 5 | 22 |
| Age | 27 | 31 |
| 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 Hunter Henry.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Cade Otton or Hunter Henry in 2026?
Hunter Henry 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 Hunter Henry?
Hunter Henry carries the higher 2026 projection at 154 PPR points (9.0 per game), compared with 122 for Cade Otton.
Where are Cade Otton and Hunter Henry being drafted?
Hunter Henry has an ADP around pick 142 (round 12), while Cade Otton goes closer to pick 233 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Cade Otton or Hunter Henry?
Expert consensus ranks Hunter Henry (TE20) ahead of Cade Otton (TE28) for 2026.
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