Elijah Higgins vs Noah Fant
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
Noah Fant- Experts agree: consensus rank 377 vs 414
- More points per game: 6.2 vs 5.0
- More opportunity: 52% snap share, 3 red-zone touches
Elijah Higgins and Noah Fant are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Noah Fant holds the edge in expert consensus (TE52 to TE57). The 2026 projections are nearly even: Elijah Higgins at 42 PPR points (2.5 per game) versus Noah Fant at 37.
Last season Noah Fant carried the heavier workload (52% snap share, 16 touches to Elijah Higgins's 14), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Elijah Higgins is the younger option (age 25), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Noah Fant is the clear pick on stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload. Elijah Higgins carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Head-to-head
| Stat | Higgins | Fant |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 42 | 37 |
| Points / game | 5.0 | 6.2 |
| Games played | 7 | 6 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #414 | #377 |
| Scoring rank (season) | TE35 | TE34 |
| Snap share | 39% | 52% |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | 3 |
| Age | 25 | 28 |
| Bye week | 14 | 8 |
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 Noah Fant.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Elijah Higgins or Noah Fant in 2026?
Noah Fant is a clear call over Elijah Higgins for 2026, on stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload. Elijah Higgins carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Who is projected to score more, Elijah Higgins or Noah Fant?
Elijah Higgins carries the higher 2026 projection at 42 PPR points (2.5 per game), compared with 37 for Noah Fant.
Who is ranked higher, Elijah Higgins or Noah Fant?
Expert consensus ranks Noah Fant (TE52) ahead of Elijah Higgins (TE57) for 2026.
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