Eli Raridon vs Elijah Arroyo
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
Clear edge · 74% confident
Eli Raridon- More points per game: 6.8 vs 0.5
- More opportunity: 51% snap share, 5 red-zone touches
- Better scoring rank so far: TE31 vs TE61
Eli Raridon and Elijah Arroyo are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Elijah Arroyo holds the edge in expert consensus (TE42 to TE47). The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Elijah Arroyo at 72 PPR points (4.2 per game) versus Eli Raridon at 33.
Last season Eli Raridon carried the heavier workload (51% snap share, 16 touches to Elijah Arroyo's 2), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Eli Raridon is the solid pick on the bigger workload. Elijah Arroyo carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Head-to-head
| Stat | Raridon | Arroyo |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 33 | 72 |
| Points / game | 6.8 | 0.5 |
| Games played | 6 | 6 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #342 | #323 |
| Scoring rank (season) | TE31 | TE61 |
| Snap share | 51% | 22% |
| Red-zone touches | 5 | 0 |
| Age | 22 | 23 |
| Bye week | 11 | 11 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Eli Raridon or Elijah Arroyo.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Eli Raridon or Elijah Arroyo in 2026?
Eli Raridon is a solid pick over Elijah Arroyo for 2026, on the bigger workload. Elijah Arroyo carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Who is projected to score more, Eli Raridon or Elijah Arroyo?
Elijah Arroyo carries the higher 2026 projection at 72 PPR points (4.2 per game), compared with 33 for Eli Raridon.
Who is ranked higher, Eli Raridon or Elijah Arroyo?
Expert consensus ranks Elijah Arroyo (TE42) ahead of Eli Raridon (TE47) for 2026.
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Verdict blends projections, usage, positional rank, consensus and health. Data via the Sleeper API and FantasyPros consensus, refreshed daily.