Dalton Kincaid 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- Higher projection: 164 vs 128 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 109 vs 217
- More points per game: 10.5 vs 6.7
Dalton Kincaid and Pat Freiermuth are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Dalton Kincaid holds the edge in expert consensus (TE11 to TE26). Dalton Kincaid typically comes off the board first, around pick 89 (round 8) to Pat Freiermuth's pick 240. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Dalton Kincaid at 164 PPR points (9.6 per game) versus Pat Freiermuth at 128.
Last season Pat Freiermuth carried the heavier workload (49% snap share, 54 touches to Dalton Kincaid's 49), 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 | Freiermuth |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 164 | 128 |
| Points / game | 10.5 | 6.7 |
| Games played | 12 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #109 | #217 |
| ADP | 89 | 240 |
| Positional rank | TE19 | TE24 |
| Snap share | 40% | 49% |
| Red-zone touches | 6 | 9 |
| Age | 26 | 27 |
| Bye week | 7 | 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: Dalton Kincaid or Pat Freiermuth.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Dalton Kincaid or Pat Freiermuth in 2026?
Dalton Kincaid 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, Dalton Kincaid or Pat Freiermuth?
Dalton Kincaid carries the higher 2026 projection at 164 PPR points (9.6 per game), compared with 128 for Pat Freiermuth.
Where are Dalton Kincaid and Pat Freiermuth being drafted?
Dalton Kincaid has an ADP around pick 89 (round 8), while Pat Freiermuth goes closer to pick 240 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Dalton Kincaid or Pat Freiermuth?
Expert consensus ranks Dalton Kincaid (TE11) ahead of Pat Freiermuth (TE26) for 2026.
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