Dalton Schultz vs David Njoku
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
Clear edge · 68% confident
Dalton Schultz- Higher projection: 151 vs 58 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 150 vs 258
- Market favorite: ADP 178.5 vs 222.3
Dalton Schultz and David Njoku are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Dalton Schultz holds the edge in expert consensus (TE17 to TE31). Dalton Schultz typically comes off the board first, around pick 179 (round 15) to David Njoku's pick 222. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Dalton Schultz at 151 PPR points (8.9 per game) versus David Njoku at 58.
Last season Dalton Schultz carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 8 touches to David Njoku's 5), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Dalton Schultz is the solid pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Schultz | Njoku |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 151 | 58 |
| Points / game | 7.5 | 10.8 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #150 | #258 |
| ADP | 179 | 222 |
| Positional rank | TE19 | TE12 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 1 |
| Age | 30 | 30 |
| Bye week | 8 | 7 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Dalton Schultz or David Njoku.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Dalton Schultz or David Njoku in 2026?
Dalton Schultz is a solid pick over David Njoku for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Dalton Schultz or David Njoku?
Dalton Schultz carries the higher 2026 projection at 151 PPR points (8.9 per game), compared with 58 for David Njoku.
Where are Dalton Schultz and David Njoku being drafted?
Dalton Schultz has an ADP around pick 179 (round 15), while David Njoku goes closer to pick 222 (round 19).
Who is ranked higher, Dalton Schultz or David Njoku?
Expert consensus ranks Dalton Schultz (TE17) ahead of David Njoku (TE31) for 2026.
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