Charlie Kolar vs Darnell Washington
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
Darnell Washington- Higher projection: 85 vs 38 pts
- More points per game: 4.6 vs 2.1
- More opportunity: 57% snap share, 8 red-zone touches
Charlie Kolar and Darnell Washington are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Charlie Kolar holds the edge in expert consensus (TE39 to TE41). The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Darnell Washington at 85 PPR points (5.0 per game) versus Charlie Kolar at 38.
Last season Darnell Washington carried the heavier workload (57% snap share, 43 touches to Charlie Kolar's 15), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Darnell Washington is the clear pick on the higher projection and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Kolar | Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 38 | 85 |
| Points / game | 2.1 | 4.6 |
| Games played | 17 | 16 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #309 | #316 |
| Positional rank | TE60 | TE38 |
| Snap share | 40% | 57% |
| Red-zone touches | 3 | 8 |
| Age | 27 | 25 |
| Bye week | 7 | 9 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Charlie Kolar or Darnell Washington.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Charlie Kolar or Darnell Washington in 2026?
Darnell Washington is a clear call over Charlie Kolar for 2026, on the higher projection and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Charlie Kolar or Darnell Washington?
Darnell Washington carries the higher 2026 projection at 85 PPR points (5.0 per game), compared with 38 for Charlie Kolar.
Who is ranked higher, Charlie Kolar or Darnell Washington?
Expert consensus ranks Charlie Kolar (TE39) ahead of Darnell Washington (TE41) for 2026.
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