Elijah Higgins vs Mitchell Evans
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 428 vs 430
- More points per game: 3.4 vs 2.8
Elijah Higgins and Mitchell Evans are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Elijah Higgins holds the edge in expert consensus (TE59 to TE60). The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Elijah Higgins at 42 PPR points (2.5 per game) versus Mitchell Evans at 32.
Last season Elijah Higgins carried the heavier workload (41% snap share, 37 touches to Mitchell Evans's 26), 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 | Evans |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 42 | 32 |
| Points / game | 3.4 | 2.8 |
| Games played | 17 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #428 | #430 |
| Positional rank | TE45 | TE51 |
| Snap share | 41% | 37% |
| Red-zone touches | 4 | 4 |
| Age | 25 | 23 |
| Bye week | 14 | 5 |
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 Mitchell Evans.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Elijah Higgins or Mitchell Evans in 2026?
Elijah Higgins is a clear call over Mitchell Evans for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Elijah Higgins or Mitchell Evans?
Elijah Higgins carries the higher 2026 projection at 42 PPR points (2.5 per game), compared with 32 for Mitchell Evans.
Who is ranked higher, Elijah Higgins or Mitchell Evans?
Expert consensus ranks Elijah Higgins (TE59) ahead of Mitchell Evans (TE60) for 2026.
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