Daniel Bellinger vs Elijah Higgins
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
Elijah Higgins- Higher projection: 42 vs 40 pts
- More points per game: 4.0 vs 1.6
- Better scoring rank so far: TE37 vs TE48
Daniel Bellinger and Elijah Higgins are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Daniel Bellinger holds the edge in expert consensus (TE56 to TE57). The 2026 projections are nearly even: Elijah Higgins at 42 PPR points (2.5 per game) versus Daniel Bellinger at 40.
Last season Daniel Bellinger carried the heavier workload (42% snap share, 5 touches to Elijah Higgins's 5), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Elijah Higgins is the clear pick on the higher projection.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Bellinger | Higgins |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 40 | 42 |
| Points / game | 1.6 | 4.0 |
| Games played | 4 | 4 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #401 | #414 |
| Scoring rank (season) | TE48 | TE37 |
| Snap share | 42% | 33% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 1 |
| Age | 26 | 25 |
| Bye week | 9 | 14 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Daniel Bellinger or Elijah Higgins.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Daniel Bellinger or Elijah Higgins in 2026?
Elijah Higgins is a clear call over Daniel Bellinger for 2026, on the higher projection.
Who is projected to score more, Daniel Bellinger or Elijah Higgins?
Elijah Higgins carries the higher 2026 projection at 42 PPR points (2.5 per game), compared with 40 for Daniel Bellinger.
Who is ranked higher, Daniel Bellinger or Elijah Higgins?
Expert consensus ranks Daniel Bellinger (TE56) ahead of Elijah Higgins (TE57) for 2026.
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