Daniel Bellinger vs Jonnu Smith
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
Jonnu Smith- Experts agree: consensus rank 395 vs 402
- More points per game: 5.0 vs 3.7
- More opportunity: 53% snap share, 9 red-zone touches
Daniel Bellinger carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Daniel Bellinger and Jonnu Smith are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Jonnu Smith holds the edge in expert consensus (TE53 to TE56). The 2026 projections are nearly even: Daniel Bellinger at 40 PPR points (2.4 per game) versus Jonnu Smith at 36.
Last season Jonnu Smith carried the heavier workload (53% snap share, 63 touches to Daniel Bellinger's 26), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Daniel Bellinger is the younger option (age 25), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Jonnu Smith is the clear pick on stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload. Daniel Bellinger carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Head-to-head
| Stat | Bellinger | Smith |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 40 | 36 |
| Points / game | 3.7 | 5.0 |
| Games played | 16 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #402 | #395 |
| Positional rank | TE45 | TE34 |
| Snap share | 48% | 53% |
| Red-zone touches | 6 | 9 |
| Age | 25 | 31 |
| Bye week | 9 | 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: Daniel Bellinger or Jonnu Smith.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Daniel Bellinger or Jonnu Smith in 2026?
Jonnu Smith is a clear call over Daniel Bellinger for 2026, on stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload. Daniel Bellinger carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Who is projected to score more, Daniel Bellinger or Jonnu Smith?
Daniel Bellinger carries the higher 2026 projection at 40 PPR points (2.4 per game), compared with 36 for Jonnu Smith.
Who is ranked higher, Daniel Bellinger or Jonnu Smith?
Expert consensus ranks Jonnu Smith (TE53) ahead of Daniel Bellinger (TE56) for 2026.
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