Dalton Schultz vs Mason Taylor
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 96 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 150 vs 278
- More points per game: 7.5 vs 1.8
Dalton Schultz and Mason Taylor are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Dalton Schultz holds the edge in expert consensus (TE17 to TE33). Dalton Schultz typically comes off the board first, around pick 179 (round 15) to Mason Taylor's pick 224. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Dalton Schultz at 151 PPR points (8.9 per game) versus Mason Taylor at 96.
Last season Dalton Schultz carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 8 touches to Mason Taylor's 3), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Mason Taylor is the younger option (age 22), 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 | Taylor |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 151 | 96 |
| Points / game | 7.5 | 1.8 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #150 | #278 |
| ADP | 179 | 224 |
| Positional rank | TE19 | TE49 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 0 |
| Age | 30 | 22 |
| 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 Mason Taylor.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Dalton Schultz or Mason Taylor in 2026?
Dalton Schultz is a clear call over Mason Taylor for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Dalton Schultz or Mason Taylor?
Dalton Schultz carries the higher 2026 projection at 151 PPR points (8.9 per game), compared with 96 for Mason Taylor.
Where are Dalton Schultz and Mason Taylor being drafted?
Dalton Schultz has an ADP around pick 179 (round 15), while Mason Taylor goes closer to pick 224 (round 19).
Who is ranked higher, Dalton Schultz or Mason Taylor?
Expert consensus ranks Dalton Schultz (TE17) ahead of Mason Taylor (TE33) for 2026.
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