Darnell Washington vs Jake Tonges
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: 85 vs 71 pts
- More opportunity: 66% snap share, 5 red-zone touches
- Healthier: no injury designation vs IR
Darnell Washington and Jake Tonges are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Jake Tonges holds the edge in expert consensus (TE40 to TE41). The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Darnell Washington at 85 PPR points (5.0 per game) versus Jake Tonges at 71.
Last season Darnell Washington carried the heavier workload (66% snap share, 23 touches to Jake Tonges's 0), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Darnell Washington is the clear pick on the higher projection and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Washington | Tonges |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 85 | 71 |
| Points / game | 7.1 | - |
| Games played | 7 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #316 | #314 |
| ADP | - | 241 |
| Scoring rank (season) | TE24 | - |
| Snap share | 66% | 12% |
| Red-zone touches | 5 | 0 |
| Age | 25 | 27 |
| Bye week | 9 | 8 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Darnell Washington or Jake Tonges.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Darnell Washington or Jake Tonges in 2026?
Darnell Washington is a clear call over Jake Tonges for 2026, on the higher projection and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Darnell Washington or Jake Tonges?
Darnell Washington carries the higher 2026 projection at 85 PPR points (5.0 per game), compared with 71 for Jake Tonges.
Who is ranked higher, Darnell Washington or Jake Tonges?
Expert consensus ranks Jake Tonges (TE40) ahead of Darnell Washington (TE41) for 2026.
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