Dalton Schultz vs T.J. Hockenson
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
T.J. Hockenson- Higher projection: 155 vs 151 pts
- More points per game: 10.5 vs 9.3
- More opportunity: 60% snap share, 6 red-zone touches
Dalton Schultz and T.J. Hockenson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Dalton Schultz holds the edge in expert consensus (TE18 to TE21). T.J. Hockenson typically comes off the board first, around pick 163 (round 14) to Dalton Schultz's pick 179. The 2026 projections are nearly even: T.J. Hockenson at 155 PPR points (9.1 per game) versus Dalton Schultz at 151.
Last season Dalton Schultz carried the heavier workload (58% snap share, 43 touches to T.J. Hockenson's 32), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, T.J. Hockenson is the clear pick on the higher projection and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Schultz | Hockenson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 151 | 155 |
| Points / game | 9.3 | 10.5 |
| Games played | 7 | 6 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #151 | #177 |
| ADP | 179 | 163 |
| Scoring rank (season) | TE14 | TE16 |
| Snap share | 58% | 60% |
| Red-zone touches | 4 | 6 |
| Age | 30 | 29 |
| Bye week | 8 | 6 |
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 T.J. Hockenson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Dalton Schultz or T.J. Hockenson in 2026?
T.J. Hockenson is a clear call over Dalton Schultz for 2026, on the higher projection and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Dalton Schultz or T.J. Hockenson?
T.J. Hockenson carries the higher 2026 projection at 155 PPR points (9.1 per game), compared with 151 for Dalton Schultz.
Where are Dalton Schultz and T.J. Hockenson being drafted?
T.J. Hockenson has an ADP around pick 163 (round 14), while Dalton Schultz goes closer to pick 179 (round 15).
Who is ranked higher, Dalton Schultz or T.J. Hockenson?
Expert consensus ranks Dalton Schultz (TE18) ahead of T.J. Hockenson (TE21) for 2026.
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