Cade Stover 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
Durham Smythe- Experts agree: consensus rank 513 vs 519
- More points per game: 1.4 vs 0.8
- More opportunity: 0% snap share, 1 red-zone touches
Cade Stover and Durham Smythe are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Durham Smythe holds the edge in expert consensus (TE76 to TE78). The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Cade Stover at 33 PPR points (2.0 per game) versus Durham Smythe at 10.
Last season Cade Stover carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 1 touches to Durham Smythe's 1), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Cade Stover is the younger option (age 26), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Durham Smythe is the clear pick on stronger expert consensus. Cade Stover carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Head-to-head
| Stat | Stover | Smythe |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 33 | 10 |
| Points / game | 0.8 | 1.4 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #519 | #513 |
| ADP | - | 678 |
| Scoring rank (season) | TE58 | TE54 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 1 |
| Age | 26 | 31 |
| Bye week | 8 | 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: Cade Stover or Durham Smythe.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Cade Stover or Durham Smythe in 2026?
Durham Smythe is a clear call over Cade Stover for 2026, on stronger expert consensus. Cade Stover carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Who is projected to score more, Cade Stover or Durham Smythe?
Cade Stover carries the higher 2026 projection at 33 PPR points (2.0 per game), compared with 10 for Durham Smythe.
Who is ranked higher, Cade Stover or Durham Smythe?
Expert consensus ranks Durham Smythe (TE76) ahead of Cade Stover (TE78) for 2026.
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