Dalton Schultz vs Tucker Kraft
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
Tucker Kraft- Higher projection: 174 vs 151 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 79 vs 151
- More points per game: 14.7 vs 10.5
Dalton Schultz and Tucker Kraft are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Tucker Kraft holds the edge in expert consensus (TE7 to TE18). Tucker Kraft typically comes off the board first, around pick 65 (round 6) to Dalton Schultz's pick 178. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Tucker Kraft at 174 PPR points (10.3 per game) versus Dalton Schultz at 151.
Last season Dalton Schultz carried the heavier workload (72% snap share, 106 touches to Tucker Kraft's 45), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Tucker Kraft is the younger option (age 25), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Tucker Kraft is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Schultz | Kraft |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 151 | 174 |
| Points / game | 10.5 | 14.7 |
| Games played | 17 | 8 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #151 | #79 |
| ADP | 178 | 65 |
| Positional rank | TE10 | TE23 |
| Snap share | 72% | 86% |
| Red-zone touches | 11 | 12 |
| Age | 30 | 25 |
| 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 Tucker Kraft.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Dalton Schultz or Tucker Kraft in 2026?
Tucker Kraft 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 Tucker Kraft?
Tucker Kraft carries the higher 2026 projection at 174 PPR points (10.3 per game), compared with 151 for Dalton Schultz.
Where are Dalton Schultz and Tucker Kraft being drafted?
Tucker Kraft has an ADP around pick 65 (round 6), while Dalton Schultz goes closer to pick 178 (round 15).
Who is ranked higher, Dalton Schultz or Tucker Kraft?
Expert consensus ranks Tucker Kraft (TE7) ahead of Dalton Schultz (TE18) for 2026.
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