Elijah Higgins vs Justin Joly
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 · 80% confident
Justin Joly- Higher projection: 58 vs 42 pts
Elijah Higgins and Justin Joly are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Elijah Higgins holds the edge in expert consensus (TE57 to TE61). The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Justin Joly at 58 PPR points (3.4 per game) versus Elijah Higgins at 42.
Justin Joly is the younger option (age 22), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Justin Joly is the solid pick on the higher projection and more room to grow.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Higgins | Joly |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 42 | 58 |
| Points / game | 3.4 | - |
| Games played | 17 | - |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #414 | #428 |
| Positional rank | TE47 | - |
| Snap share | 41% | - |
| Red-zone touches | 4 | - |
| Age | 25 | 22 |
| Bye week | 14 | 6 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Elijah Higgins or Justin Joly.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Elijah Higgins or Justin Joly in 2026?
Justin Joly is a solid pick over Elijah Higgins for 2026, on the higher projection and more room to grow.
Who is projected to score more, Elijah Higgins or Justin Joly?
Justin Joly carries the higher 2026 projection at 58 PPR points (3.4 per game), compared with 42 for Elijah Higgins.
Who is ranked higher, Elijah Higgins or Justin Joly?
Expert consensus ranks Elijah Higgins (TE57) ahead of Justin Joly (TE61) for 2026.
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