Dalton Schultz vs Mark Andrews
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
Mark Andrews- Higher projection: 163 vs 151 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 135 vs 151
- More opportunity: 66% snap share, 5 red-zone touches
Dalton Schultz and Mark Andrews are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Mark Andrews holds the edge in expert consensus (TE16 to TE18). Mark Andrews typically comes off the board first, around pick 127 (round 11) to Dalton Schultz's pick 179. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Mark Andrews at 163 PPR points (9.6 per game) versus Dalton Schultz at 151.
Last season Dalton Schultz carried the heavier workload (58% snap share, 43 touches to Mark Andrews's 37), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Mark Andrews is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Schultz | Andrews |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 151 | 163 |
| Points / game | 9.3 | 7.2 |
| Games played | 7 | 7 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #151 | #135 |
| ADP | 179 | 127 |
| Scoring rank (season) | TE14 | TE23 |
| Snap share | 58% | 66% |
| Red-zone touches | 4 | 5 |
| Age | 30 | 31 |
| Bye week | 8 | 13 |
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 Mark Andrews.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Dalton Schultz or Mark Andrews in 2026?
Mark Andrews 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 Mark Andrews?
Mark Andrews carries the higher 2026 projection at 163 PPR points (9.6 per game), compared with 151 for Dalton Schultz.
Where are Dalton Schultz and Mark Andrews being drafted?
Mark Andrews has an ADP around pick 127 (round 11), while Dalton Schultz goes closer to pick 179 (round 15).
Who is ranked higher, Dalton Schultz or Mark Andrews?
Expert consensus ranks Mark Andrews (TE16) ahead of Dalton Schultz (TE18) for 2026.
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