Dallas Goedert 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 136 pts
- More opportunity: 60% snap share, 6 red-zone touches
- Better scoring rank so far: TE16 vs TE25
Dallas Goedert and T.J. Hockenson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Dallas Goedert holds the edge in expert consensus (TE12 to TE21). Dallas Goedert typically comes off the board first, around pick 120 (round 10) to T.J. Hockenson's pick 163. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: T.J. Hockenson at 155 PPR points (9.1 per game) versus Dallas Goedert at 136.
Last season T.J. Hockenson carried the heavier workload (60% snap share, 32 touches to Dallas Goedert's 25), 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 and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Goedert | Hockenson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 136 | 155 |
| Points / game | 11.8 | 10.5 |
| Games played | 4 | 6 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #117 | #177 |
| ADP | 120 | 163 |
| Scoring rank (season) | TE25 | TE16 |
| Snap share | 65% | 60% |
| Red-zone touches | 3 | 6 |
| Age | 31 | 29 |
| Bye week | 10 | 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: Dallas Goedert or T.J. Hockenson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Dallas Goedert or T.J. Hockenson in 2026?
T.J. Hockenson is a clear call over Dallas Goedert for 2026, on the higher projection and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Dallas Goedert or T.J. Hockenson?
T.J. Hockenson carries the higher 2026 projection at 155 PPR points (9.1 per game), compared with 136 for Dallas Goedert.
Where are Dallas Goedert and T.J. Hockenson being drafted?
Dallas Goedert has an ADP around pick 120 (round 10), while T.J. Hockenson goes closer to pick 163 (round 14).
Who is ranked higher, Dallas Goedert or T.J. Hockenson?
Expert consensus ranks Dallas Goedert (TE12) ahead of T.J. Hockenson (TE21) for 2026.
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