Colby Parkinson vs Mason Taylor
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
Mason Taylor- Higher projection: 96 vs 76 pts
- More points per game: 1.8 vs 1.6
- Better positional rank: TE49 vs TE52
Colby Parkinson and Mason Taylor are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Colby Parkinson holds the edge in expert consensus (TE32 to TE33). Mason Taylor typically comes off the board first, around pick 224 (round 19) to Colby Parkinson's pick 251. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Mason Taylor at 96 PPR points (5.7 per game) versus Colby Parkinson at 76.
Last season Mason Taylor carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 3 touches to Colby Parkinson's 2), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Mason Taylor is the younger option (age 22), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Mason Taylor is the clear pick on the higher projection, an earlier ADP and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Parkinson | Taylor |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 76 | 96 |
| Points / game | 1.6 | 1.8 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #263 | #278 |
| ADP | 251 | 224 |
| Positional rank | TE52 | TE49 |
| Snap share | 77% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 0 |
| Age | 27 | 22 |
| Bye week | 11 | 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: Colby Parkinson or Mason Taylor.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Colby Parkinson or Mason Taylor in 2026?
Mason Taylor is a clear call over Colby Parkinson for 2026, on the higher projection, an earlier ADP and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Colby Parkinson or Mason Taylor?
Mason Taylor carries the higher 2026 projection at 96 PPR points (5.7 per game), compared with 76 for Colby Parkinson.
Where are Colby Parkinson and Mason Taylor being drafted?
Mason Taylor has an ADP around pick 224 (round 19), while Colby Parkinson goes closer to pick 251 (round 21).
Who is ranked higher, Colby Parkinson or Mason Taylor?
Expert consensus ranks Colby Parkinson (TE32) ahead of Mason Taylor (TE33) for 2026.
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