David Njoku vs T.J. Hockenson
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
T.J. Hockenson- Higher projection: 155 vs 58 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 177 vs 258
- More points per game: 13.6 vs 10.8
David Njoku and T.J. Hockenson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. T.J. Hockenson holds the edge in expert consensus (TE21 to TE31). T.J. Hockenson typically comes off the board first, around pick 163 (round 14) to David Njoku's pick 222. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: T.J. Hockenson at 155 PPR points (9.1 per game) versus David Njoku at 58.
Last season David Njoku carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 5 touches to T.J. Hockenson's 5), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, T.J. Hockenson is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Njoku | Hockenson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 58 | 155 |
| Points / game | 10.8 | 13.6 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #258 | #177 |
| ADP | 222 | 163 |
| Positional rank | TE12 | TE8 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 2 |
| Age | 30 | 29 |
| Bye week | 7 | 6 |
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 T.J. Hockenson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft David Njoku or T.J. Hockenson in 2026?
T.J. Hockenson 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 T.J. Hockenson?
T.J. Hockenson carries the higher 2026 projection at 155 PPR points (9.1 per game), compared with 58 for David Njoku.
Where are David Njoku and T.J. Hockenson being drafted?
T.J. Hockenson has an ADP around pick 163 (round 14), while David Njoku goes closer to pick 222 (round 19).
Who is ranked higher, David Njoku or T.J. Hockenson?
Expert consensus ranks T.J. Hockenson (TE21) ahead of David Njoku (TE31) for 2026.
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