Eli Stowers 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
Clear edge · 62% confident
Theo Johnson- Experts agree: consensus rank 287 vs 301
- Healthier: no injury designation vs Questionable
- Market favorite: ADP 232.2 vs 238.9
Eli Stowers carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Eli Stowers and Theo Johnson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Theo Johnson holds the edge in expert consensus (TE34 to TE37). Theo Johnson typically comes off the board first, around pick 232 (round 20) to Eli Stowers's pick 239. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Eli Stowers at 81 PPR points (4.8 per game) versus Theo Johnson at 77.
For a 2026 redraft, Theo Johnson is the solid pick on stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP. Eli Stowers carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Head-to-head
| Stat | Stowers | Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 81 | 77 |
| Points / game | - | 8.5 |
| Games played | - | 15 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #301 | #287 |
| ADP | 239 | 232 |
| Positional rank | - | TE18 |
| Snap share | - | 87% |
| Red-zone touches | - | 13 |
| Age | 23 | 25 |
| Bye week | 10 | 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: Eli Stowers or Theo Johnson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Eli Stowers or Theo Johnson in 2026?
Theo Johnson is a solid pick over Eli Stowers for 2026, on stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP. Eli Stowers carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Who is projected to score more, Eli Stowers or Theo Johnson?
Eli Stowers carries the higher 2026 projection at 81 PPR points (4.8 per game), compared with 77 for Theo Johnson.
Where are Eli Stowers and Theo Johnson being drafted?
Theo Johnson has an ADP around pick 232 (round 20), while Eli Stowers goes closer to pick 239 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Eli Stowers or Theo Johnson?
Expert consensus ranks Theo Johnson (TE34) ahead of Eli Stowers (TE37) for 2026.
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