Cade Otton vs Theo Johnson
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 77 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 228 vs 287
- More points per game: 5.6 vs 1.9
Cade Otton and Theo Johnson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Cade Otton holds the edge in expert consensus (TE27 to TE34). Theo Johnson typically comes off the board first, around pick 232 (round 20) to Cade Otton's pick 233. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Cade Otton at 122 PPR points (7.2 per game) versus Theo Johnson at 77.
Last season Cade Otton carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 5 touches to Theo Johnson's 1), 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 the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Otton | Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 122 | 77 |
| Points / game | 5.6 | 1.9 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #228 | #287 |
| ADP | 233 | 232 |
| Positional rank | TE24 | TE46 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 0 |
| Age | 27 | 25 |
| Bye week | 10 | 8 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Cade Otton or Theo Johnson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Cade Otton or Theo Johnson in 2026?
Cade Otton is a clear call over Theo Johnson for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Cade Otton or Theo Johnson?
Cade Otton carries the higher 2026 projection at 122 PPR points (7.2 per game), compared with 77 for Theo Johnson.
Where are Cade Otton and Theo Johnson being drafted?
Theo Johnson has an ADP around pick 232 (round 20), while Cade Otton goes closer to pick 233 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Cade Otton or Theo Johnson?
Expert consensus ranks Cade Otton (TE27) ahead of Theo Johnson (TE34) for 2026.
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