Colby Parkinson vs T.J. Hockenson
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
T.J. Hockenson- Higher projection: 155 vs 76 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 177 vs 263
- More points per game: 13.6 vs 1.6
Colby Parkinson and T.J. Hockenson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. T.J. Hockenson holds the edge in expert consensus (TE21 to TE32). T.J. Hockenson typically comes off the board first, around pick 163 (round 14) to Colby Parkinson's pick 251. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: T.J. Hockenson at 155 PPR points (9.1 per game) versus Colby Parkinson at 76.
Last season T.J. Hockenson 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, T.J. Hockenson is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Parkinson | Hockenson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 76 | 155 |
| Points / game | 1.6 | 13.6 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #263 | #177 |
| ADP | 251 | 163 |
| Positional rank | TE52 | TE8 |
| Snap share | 77% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 2 |
| Age | 27 | 29 |
| 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 T.J. Hockenson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Colby Parkinson or T.J. Hockenson in 2026?
T.J. Hockenson 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 T.J. Hockenson?
T.J. Hockenson carries the higher 2026 projection at 155 PPR points (9.1 per game), compared with 76 for Colby Parkinson.
Where are Colby Parkinson and T.J. Hockenson being drafted?
T.J. Hockenson has an ADP around pick 163 (round 14), while Colby Parkinson goes closer to pick 251 (round 21).
Who is ranked higher, Colby Parkinson or T.J. Hockenson?
Expert consensus ranks T.J. Hockenson (TE21) ahead of Colby Parkinson (TE32) for 2026.
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