Dalton Schultz vs Jake Ferguson
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
Jake Ferguson- Higher projection: 160 vs 151 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 125 vs 151
- More points per game: 11.1 vs 10.5
Dalton Schultz and Jake Ferguson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Jake Ferguson holds the edge in expert consensus (TE14 to TE18). Jake Ferguson typically comes off the board first, around pick 98 (round 9) to Dalton Schultz's pick 178. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Jake Ferguson at 160 PPR points (9.4 per game) versus Dalton Schultz at 151.
Last season Dalton Schultz carried the heavier workload (72% snap share, 106 touches to Jake Ferguson's 103), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Jake Ferguson is the younger option (age 27), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Jake Ferguson is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Schultz | Ferguson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 151 | 160 |
| Points / game | 10.5 | 11.1 |
| Games played | 17 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #151 | #125 |
| ADP | 178 | 98 |
| Positional rank | TE10 | TE5 |
| Snap share | 72% | 67% |
| Red-zone touches | 11 | 23 |
| Age | 30 | 27 |
| Bye week | 8 | 14 |
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 Jake Ferguson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Dalton Schultz or Jake Ferguson in 2026?
Jake Ferguson is a clear call over Dalton Schultz for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Dalton Schultz or Jake Ferguson?
Jake Ferguson carries the higher 2026 projection at 160 PPR points (9.4 per game), compared with 151 for Dalton Schultz.
Where are Dalton Schultz and Jake Ferguson being drafted?
Jake Ferguson has an ADP around pick 98 (round 9), while Dalton Schultz goes closer to pick 178 (round 15).
Who is ranked higher, Dalton Schultz or Jake Ferguson?
Expert consensus ranks Jake Ferguson (TE14) ahead of Dalton Schultz (TE18) for 2026.
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