David Njoku vs Mark Andrews
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
Mark Andrews- Higher projection: 163 vs 58 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 135 vs 258
- More opportunity: 0% snap share, 1 red-zone touches
David Njoku and Mark Andrews are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Mark Andrews holds the edge in expert consensus (TE16 to TE31). Mark Andrews typically comes off the board first, around pick 125 (round 11) to David Njoku's pick 222. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Mark Andrews at 163 PPR points (9.6 per game) versus David Njoku at 58.
Last season Mark Andrews carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 6 touches to David Njoku's 5), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Mark Andrews is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Njoku | Andrews |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 58 | 163 |
| Points / game | 10.8 | 8.9 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #258 | #135 |
| ADP | 222 | 125 |
| Positional rank | TE12 | TE18 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 1 |
| Age | 30 | 31 |
| Bye week | 7 | 13 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: David Njoku or Mark Andrews.
Frequently asked
Should I draft David Njoku or Mark Andrews in 2026?
Mark Andrews is a clear call over David Njoku for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, David Njoku or Mark Andrews?
Mark Andrews carries the higher 2026 projection at 163 PPR points (9.6 per game), compared with 58 for David Njoku.
Where are David Njoku and Mark Andrews being drafted?
Mark Andrews has an ADP around pick 125 (round 11), while David Njoku goes closer to pick 222 (round 19).
Who is ranked higher, David Njoku or Mark Andrews?
Expert consensus ranks Mark Andrews (TE16) ahead of David Njoku (TE31) for 2026.
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