Colston Loveland 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
Colston Loveland- Higher projection: 215 vs 128 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 31 vs 217
- More points per game: 10.3 vs 6.7
Colston Loveland and Pat Freiermuth are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Colston Loveland holds the edge in expert consensus (TE2 to TE26). Colston Loveland typically comes off the board first, around pick 40 (round 4) to Pat Freiermuth's pick 240. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Colston Loveland at 215 PPR points (12.7 per game) versus Pat Freiermuth at 128.
Last season Colston Loveland carried the heavier workload (63% snap share, 83 touches to Pat Freiermuth's 54), 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 | Freiermuth |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 215 | 128 |
| Points / game | 10.3 | 6.7 |
| Games played | 16 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #31 | #217 |
| ADP | 40 | 240 |
| Positional rank | TE12 | TE24 |
| Snap share | 63% | 49% |
| Red-zone touches | 15 | 9 |
| Age | 22 | 27 |
| Bye week | 10 | 9 |
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 Pat Freiermuth.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Colston Loveland or Pat Freiermuth in 2026?
Colston Loveland is a clear call over Pat Freiermuth for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Colston Loveland or Pat Freiermuth?
Colston Loveland carries the higher 2026 projection at 215 PPR points (12.7 per game), compared with 128 for Pat Freiermuth.
Where are Colston Loveland and Pat Freiermuth being drafted?
Colston Loveland has an ADP around pick 40 (round 4), while Pat Freiermuth goes closer to pick 240 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Colston Loveland or Pat Freiermuth?
Expert consensus ranks Colston Loveland (TE2) ahead of Pat Freiermuth (TE26) for 2026.
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