Cole Kmet vs Elijah Arroyo
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
Cole Kmet- Higher projection: 80 vs 72 pts
- More points per game: 3.5 vs 0.5
- More opportunity: 62% snap share, 1 red-zone touches
Cole Kmet and Elijah Arroyo are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Elijah Arroyo holds the edge in expert consensus (TE42 to TE44). The 2026 projections are nearly even: Cole Kmet at 80 PPR points (4.7 per game) versus Elijah Arroyo at 72.
Last season Cole Kmet carried the heavier workload (62% snap share, 14 touches to Elijah Arroyo's 2), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Elijah Arroyo is the younger option (age 23), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Cole Kmet is the clear pick on the higher projection and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Kmet | Arroyo |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 80 | 72 |
| Points / game | 3.5 | 0.5 |
| Games played | 7 | 6 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #335 | #323 |
| Scoring rank (season) | TE41 | TE61 |
| Snap share | 62% | 22% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 0 |
| Age | 27 | 23 |
| Bye week | 10 | 11 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Cole Kmet or Elijah Arroyo.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Cole Kmet or Elijah Arroyo in 2026?
Cole Kmet is a clear call over Elijah Arroyo for 2026, on the higher projection and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Cole Kmet or Elijah Arroyo?
Cole Kmet carries the higher 2026 projection at 80 PPR points (4.7 per game), compared with 72 for Elijah Arroyo.
Who is ranked higher, Cole Kmet or Elijah Arroyo?
Expert consensus ranks Elijah Arroyo (TE42) ahead of Cole Kmet (TE44) for 2026.
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