Dalton Kincaid vs Isaiah Likely
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
Dalton Kincaid- Higher projection: 164 vs 157 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 109 vs 122
- More points per game: 10.5 vs 4.4
Dalton Kincaid and Isaiah Likely are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Dalton Kincaid holds the edge in expert consensus (TE11 to TE13). Dalton Kincaid typically comes off the board first, around pick 89 (round 8) to Isaiah Likely's pick 108. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Dalton Kincaid at 164 PPR points (9.6 per game) versus Isaiah Likely at 157.
Last season Dalton Kincaid carried the heavier workload (40% snap share, 49 touches to Isaiah Likely's 36), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Dalton Kincaid is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Kincaid | Likely |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 164 | 157 |
| Points / game | 10.5 | 4.4 |
| Games played | 12 | 14 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #109 | #122 |
| ADP | 89 | 108 |
| Positional rank | TE19 | TE44 |
| Snap share | 40% | 58% |
| Red-zone touches | 6 | 6 |
| Age | 26 | 26 |
| Bye week | 7 | 8 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Dalton Kincaid or Isaiah Likely.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Dalton Kincaid or Isaiah Likely in 2026?
Dalton Kincaid is a clear call over Isaiah Likely for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Dalton Kincaid or Isaiah Likely?
Dalton Kincaid carries the higher 2026 projection at 164 PPR points (9.6 per game), compared with 157 for Isaiah Likely.
Where are Dalton Kincaid and Isaiah Likely being drafted?
Dalton Kincaid has an ADP around pick 89 (round 8), while Isaiah Likely goes closer to pick 108 (round 9).
Who is ranked higher, Dalton Kincaid or Isaiah Likely?
Expert consensus ranks Dalton Kincaid (TE11) ahead of Isaiah Likely (TE13) for 2026.
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