Elijah Higgins vs Matt Hibner
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
Elijah Higgins- Higher projection: 42 vs 32 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 414 vs 424
- More points per game: 5.0 vs 3.0
Elijah Higgins and Matt Hibner are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Elijah Higgins holds the edge in expert consensus (TE57 to TE60). The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Elijah Higgins at 42 PPR points (2.5 per game) versus Matt Hibner at 32.
Last season Elijah Higgins carried the heavier workload (39% snap share, 14 touches to Matt Hibner's 5), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Elijah Higgins is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Higgins | Hibner |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 42 | 32 |
| Points / game | 5.0 | 3.0 |
| Games played | 7 | 6 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #414 | #424 |
| Scoring rank (season) | TE35 | TE45 |
| Snap share | 39% | 43% |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | 1 |
| Age | 25 | 24 |
| Bye week | 14 | 13 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Elijah Higgins or Matt Hibner.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Elijah Higgins or Matt Hibner in 2026?
Elijah Higgins is a clear call over Matt Hibner for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Elijah Higgins or Matt Hibner?
Elijah Higgins carries the higher 2026 projection at 42 PPR points (2.5 per game), compared with 32 for Matt Hibner.
Who is ranked higher, Elijah Higgins or Matt Hibner?
Expert consensus ranks Elijah Higgins (TE57) ahead of Matt Hibner (TE60) for 2026.
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