Dallas Goedert vs Gunnar Helm
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
Dallas Goedert- Higher projection: 136 vs 130 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 117 vs 216
- More points per game: 12.3 vs 5.7
Dallas Goedert and Gunnar Helm are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Dallas Goedert holds the edge in expert consensus (TE12 to TE25). Dallas Goedert typically comes off the board first, around pick 120 (round 11) to Gunnar Helm's pick 233. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Dallas Goedert at 136 PPR points (8.0 per game) versus Gunnar Helm at 130.
Last season Dallas Goedert carried the heavier workload (85% snap share, 82 touches to Gunnar Helm's 55), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Gunnar Helm is the younger option (age 24), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Dallas Goedert is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Goedert | Helm |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 136 | 130 |
| Points / game | 12.3 | 5.7 |
| Games played | 15 | 16 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #117 | #216 |
| ADP | 120 | 233 |
| Positional rank | TE7 | TE30 |
| Snap share | 85% | 53% |
| Red-zone touches | 15 | 7 |
| Age | 31 | 24 |
| 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: Dallas Goedert or Gunnar Helm.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Dallas Goedert or Gunnar Helm in 2026?
Dallas Goedert is a clear call over Gunnar Helm for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Dallas Goedert or Gunnar Helm?
Dallas Goedert carries the higher 2026 projection at 136 PPR points (8.0 per game), compared with 130 for Gunnar Helm.
Where are Dallas Goedert and Gunnar Helm being drafted?
Dallas Goedert has an ADP around pick 120 (round 11), while Gunnar Helm goes closer to pick 233 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Dallas Goedert or Gunnar Helm?
Expert consensus ranks Dallas Goedert (TE12) ahead of Gunnar Helm (TE25) for 2026.
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