Dalton Schultz 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
Dalton Schultz- Higher projection: 151 vs 130 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 151 vs 216
- More points per game: 10.5 vs 5.7
Dalton Schultz and Gunnar Helm are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Dalton Schultz holds the edge in expert consensus (TE18 to TE25). Dalton Schultz typically comes off the board first, around pick 178 (round 15) to Gunnar Helm's pick 233. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Dalton Schultz at 151 PPR points (8.9 per game) versus Gunnar Helm at 130.
Last season Dalton Schultz carried the heavier workload (72% snap share, 106 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, Dalton Schultz is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Schultz | Helm |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 151 | 130 |
| Points / game | 10.5 | 5.7 |
| Games played | 17 | 16 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #151 | #216 |
| ADP | 178 | 233 |
| Positional rank | TE10 | TE30 |
| Snap share | 72% | 53% |
| Red-zone touches | 11 | 7 |
| Age | 30 | 24 |
| Bye week | 8 | 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 Schultz or Gunnar Helm.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Dalton Schultz or Gunnar Helm in 2026?
Dalton Schultz 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, Dalton Schultz or Gunnar Helm?
Dalton Schultz carries the higher 2026 projection at 151 PPR points (8.9 per game), compared with 130 for Gunnar Helm.
Where are Dalton Schultz and Gunnar Helm being drafted?
Dalton Schultz has an ADP around pick 178 (round 15), while Gunnar Helm goes closer to pick 233 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Dalton Schultz or Gunnar Helm?
Expert consensus ranks Dalton Schultz (TE18) ahead of Gunnar Helm (TE25) for 2026.
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