Drew Sample vs Will Kacmarek
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
Slight lean · 56% confident
Will Kacmarek- Higher projection: 62 vs 32 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 467 vs 512
Drew Sample and Will Kacmarek are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Will Kacmarek holds the edge in expert consensus (TE68 to TE75). The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Will Kacmarek at 62 PPR points (3.6 per game) versus Drew Sample at 32.
Last season Drew Sample carried the heavier workload (50% snap share, 8 touches to Will Kacmarek's 6), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Will Kacmarek is the younger option (age 23), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Will Kacmarek is the narrow pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and more room to grow.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Sample | Kacmarek |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 32 | 62 |
| Points / game | 3.0 | 0.9 |
| Games played | 6 | 6 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #512 | #467 |
| Scoring rank (season) | TE46 | TE59 |
| Snap share | 50% | 41% |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | 0 |
| Age | 30 | 23 |
| Bye week | 6 | 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: Drew Sample or Will Kacmarek.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Drew Sample or Will Kacmarek in 2026?
Will Kacmarek is a slight lean over Drew Sample for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and more room to grow.
Who is projected to score more, Drew Sample or Will Kacmarek?
Will Kacmarek carries the higher 2026 projection at 62 PPR points (3.6 per game), compared with 32 for Drew Sample.
Who is ranked higher, Drew Sample or Will Kacmarek?
Expert consensus ranks Will Kacmarek (TE68) ahead of Drew Sample (TE75) for 2026.
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