David Njoku vs Theo Johnson
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
Theo Johnson- Higher projection: 77 vs 58 pts
- More points per game: 8.5 vs 7.2
- More opportunity: 87% snap share, 13 red-zone touches
David Njoku and Theo Johnson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. David Njoku holds the edge in expert consensus (TE31 to TE34). David Njoku typically comes off the board first, around pick 223 (round 19) to Theo Johnson's pick 232. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Theo Johnson at 77 PPR points (4.5 per game) versus David Njoku at 58.
Last season Theo Johnson carried the heavier workload (87% snap share, 74 touches to David Njoku's 48), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Theo Johnson is the younger option (age 25), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Theo Johnson is the clear pick on the higher projection, the bigger workload and more room to grow.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Njoku | Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 58 | 77 |
| Points / game | 7.2 | 8.5 |
| Games played | 12 | 15 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #258 | #287 |
| ADP | 223 | 232 |
| Positional rank | TE33 | TE18 |
| Snap share | 64% | 87% |
| Red-zone touches | 8 | 13 |
| Age | 30 | 25 |
| Bye week | 7 | 8 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: David Njoku or Theo Johnson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft David Njoku or Theo Johnson in 2026?
Theo Johnson is a clear call over David Njoku for 2026, on the higher projection, the bigger workload and more room to grow.
Who is projected to score more, David Njoku or Theo Johnson?
Theo Johnson carries the higher 2026 projection at 77 PPR points (4.5 per game), compared with 58 for David Njoku.
Where are David Njoku and Theo Johnson being drafted?
David Njoku has an ADP around pick 223 (round 19), while Theo Johnson goes closer to pick 232 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, David Njoku or Theo Johnson?
Expert consensus ranks David Njoku (TE31) ahead of Theo Johnson (TE34) for 2026.
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