Darnell Washington vs Elijah Arroyo
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
Darnell Washington- Higher projection: 89 vs 72 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 323 vs 337
- More points per game: 4.6 vs 2.8
Darnell Washington and Elijah Arroyo are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Darnell Washington holds the edge in expert consensus (TE39 to TE42). The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Darnell Washington at 89 PPR points (5.2 per game) versus Elijah Arroyo at 72.
Last season Darnell Washington carried the heavier workload (57% snap share, 43 touches to Elijah Arroyo's 26), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Darnell Washington is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Washington | Arroyo |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 89 | 72 |
| Points / game | 4.6 | 2.8 |
| Games played | 16 | 13 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #323 | #337 |
| Positional rank | TE36 | TE56 |
| Snap share | 57% | 39% |
| Red-zone touches | 8 | 5 |
| Age | 24 | 23 |
| 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: Darnell Washington or Elijah Arroyo.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Darnell Washington or Elijah Arroyo in 2026?
Darnell Washington is a clear call over Elijah Arroyo for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Darnell Washington or Elijah Arroyo?
Darnell Washington carries the higher 2026 projection at 89 PPR points (5.2 per game), compared with 72 for Elijah Arroyo.
Who is ranked higher, Darnell Washington or Elijah Arroyo?
Expert consensus ranks Darnell Washington (TE39) ahead of Elijah Arroyo (TE42) for 2026.
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