Colby Parkinson vs Pat Freiermuth
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
Pat Freiermuth- Higher projection: 128 vs 76 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 217 vs 263
- More points per game: 15.6 vs 1.6
Colby Parkinson and Pat Freiermuth are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Pat Freiermuth holds the edge in expert consensus (TE26 to TE32). Pat Freiermuth typically comes off the board first, around pick 240 (round 20) to Colby Parkinson's pick 251. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Pat Freiermuth at 128 PPR points (7.6 per game) versus Colby Parkinson at 76.
Last season Pat Freiermuth carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 5 touches to Colby Parkinson's 2), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Pat Freiermuth is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Parkinson | Freiermuth |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 76 | 128 |
| Points / game | 1.6 | 15.6 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #263 | #217 |
| ADP | 251 | 240 |
| Positional rank | TE52 | TE6 |
| Snap share | 77% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 2 |
| Age | 27 | 27 |
| Bye week | 11 | 9 |
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 Pat Freiermuth.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Colby Parkinson or Pat Freiermuth in 2026?
Pat Freiermuth 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 Pat Freiermuth?
Pat Freiermuth carries the higher 2026 projection at 128 PPR points (7.6 per game), compared with 76 for Colby Parkinson.
Where are Colby Parkinson and Pat Freiermuth being drafted?
Pat Freiermuth has an ADP around pick 240 (round 20), while Colby Parkinson goes closer to pick 251 (round 21).
Who is ranked higher, Colby Parkinson or Pat Freiermuth?
Expert consensus ranks Pat Freiermuth (TE26) ahead of Colby Parkinson (TE32) for 2026.
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