Colby Parkinson vs Dalton Kincaid
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
Dalton Kincaid- Higher projection: 164 vs 76 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 109 vs 263
- More points per game: 18.0 vs 1.6
Colby Parkinson and Dalton Kincaid are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Dalton Kincaid holds the edge in expert consensus (TE11 to TE32). Dalton Kincaid typically comes off the board first, around pick 87 (round 8) to Colby Parkinson's pick 251. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Dalton Kincaid at 164 PPR points (9.6 per game) versus Colby Parkinson at 76.
Last season Dalton Kincaid carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 6 touches to Colby Parkinson's 2), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Dalton Kincaid is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Parkinson | Kincaid |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 76 | 164 |
| Points / game | 1.6 | 18.0 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #263 | #109 |
| ADP | 251 | 87 |
| Positional rank | TE52 | TE5 |
| Snap share | 77% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 0 |
| Age | 27 | 26 |
| Bye week | 11 | 7 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Colby Parkinson or Dalton Kincaid.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Colby Parkinson or Dalton Kincaid in 2026?
Dalton Kincaid is a clear call over Colby Parkinson for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Colby Parkinson or Dalton Kincaid?
Dalton Kincaid carries the higher 2026 projection at 164 PPR points (9.6 per game), compared with 76 for Colby Parkinson.
Where are Colby Parkinson and Dalton Kincaid being drafted?
Dalton Kincaid has an ADP around pick 87 (round 8), while Colby Parkinson goes closer to pick 251 (round 21).
Who is ranked higher, Colby Parkinson or Dalton Kincaid?
Expert consensus ranks Dalton Kincaid (TE11) ahead of Colby Parkinson (TE32) for 2026.
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