Dalton Schultz vs Terrance 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- Higher projection: 151 vs 100 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 151 vs 194
- More points per game: 10.5 vs 3.7
Dalton Schultz and Terrance Ferguson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Dalton Schultz holds the edge in expert consensus (TE18 to TE23). Dalton Schultz typically comes off the board first, around pick 178 (round 15) to Terrance Ferguson's pick 203. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Dalton Schultz at 151 PPR points (8.9 per game) versus Terrance Ferguson at 100.
Last season Dalton Schultz carried the heavier workload (72% snap share, 106 touches to Terrance Ferguson's 26), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Terrance Ferguson is the younger option (age 23), 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 | Ferguson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 151 | 100 |
| Points / game | 10.5 | 3.7 |
| Games played | 17 | 14 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #151 | #194 |
| ADP | 178 | 203 |
| Positional rank | TE10 | TE51 |
| Snap share | 72% | 39% |
| Red-zone touches | 11 | 4 |
| Age | 30 | 23 |
| Bye week | 8 | 11 |
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 Terrance Ferguson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Dalton Schultz or Terrance Ferguson in 2026?
Dalton Schultz is a clear call over Terrance Ferguson for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Dalton Schultz or Terrance Ferguson?
Dalton Schultz carries the higher 2026 projection at 151 PPR points (8.9 per game), compared with 100 for Terrance Ferguson.
Where are Dalton Schultz and Terrance Ferguson being drafted?
Dalton Schultz has an ADP around pick 178 (round 15), while Terrance Ferguson goes closer to pick 203 (round 17).
Who is ranked higher, Dalton Schultz or Terrance Ferguson?
Expert consensus ranks Dalton Schultz (TE18) ahead of Terrance Ferguson (TE23) for 2026.
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