Colston Loveland vs Mark Andrews
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- Higher projection: 215 vs 163 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 31 vs 135
- More points per game: 10.3 vs 7.7
Colston Loveland and Mark Andrews are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Colston Loveland holds the edge in expert consensus (TE2 to TE16). Colston Loveland typically comes off the board first, around pick 40 (round 4) to Mark Andrews's pick 125. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Colston Loveland at 215 PPR points (12.7 per game) versus Mark Andrews at 163.
Last season Colston Loveland carried the heavier workload (63% snap share, 83 touches to Mark Andrews's 80), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Colston Loveland is the younger option (age 22), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Colston Loveland is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Loveland | Andrews |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 215 | 163 |
| Points / game | 10.3 | 7.7 |
| Games played | 16 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #31 | #135 |
| ADP | 40 | 125 |
| Positional rank | TE12 | TE16 |
| Snap share | 63% | 62% |
| Red-zone touches | 15 | 17 |
| Age | 22 | 31 |
| Bye week | 10 | 13 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Colston Loveland or Mark Andrews.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Colston Loveland or Mark Andrews in 2026?
Colston Loveland is a clear call over Mark Andrews for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Colston Loveland or Mark Andrews?
Colston Loveland carries the higher 2026 projection at 215 PPR points (12.7 per game), compared with 163 for Mark Andrews.
Where are Colston Loveland and Mark Andrews being drafted?
Colston Loveland has an ADP around pick 40 (round 4), while Mark Andrews goes closer to pick 125 (round 11).
Who is ranked higher, Colston Loveland or Mark Andrews?
Expert consensus ranks Colston Loveland (TE2) ahead of Mark Andrews (TE16) for 2026.
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