Colby Parkinson vs Sam LaPorta
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
Sam LaPorta- Higher projection: 197 vs 76 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 82 vs 263
- More points per game: 9.8 vs 1.6
Colby Parkinson and Sam LaPorta are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Sam LaPorta holds the edge in expert consensus (TE8 to TE32). Sam LaPorta typically comes off the board first, around pick 58 (round 5) to Colby Parkinson's pick 251. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Sam LaPorta at 197 PPR points (11.6 per game) versus Colby Parkinson at 76.
Last season Sam LaPorta carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 8 touches to Colby Parkinson's 2), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Sam LaPorta is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Parkinson | LaPorta |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 76 | 197 |
| Points / game | 1.6 | 9.8 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #263 | #82 |
| ADP | 251 | 58 |
| Positional rank | TE52 | TE15 |
| Snap share | 77% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 2 |
| Age | 27 | 25 |
| Bye week | 11 | 6 |
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 Sam LaPorta.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Colby Parkinson or Sam LaPorta in 2026?
Sam LaPorta 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 Sam LaPorta?
Sam LaPorta carries the higher 2026 projection at 197 PPR points (11.6 per game), compared with 76 for Colby Parkinson.
Where are Colby Parkinson and Sam LaPorta being drafted?
Sam LaPorta has an ADP around pick 58 (round 5), while Colby Parkinson goes closer to pick 251 (round 21).
Who is ranked higher, Colby Parkinson or Sam LaPorta?
Expert consensus ranks Sam LaPorta (TE8) ahead of Colby Parkinson (TE32) for 2026.
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