Evan Engram 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
Strong edge · 95% confident
Theo Johnson- Higher projection: 77 vs 71 pts
- More points per game: 8.5 vs 6.4
- More opportunity: 87% snap share, 13 red-zone touches
Evan Engram and Theo Johnson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Evan Engram holds the edge in expert consensus (TE30 to TE34). The 2026 projections are nearly even: Theo Johnson at 77 PPR points (4.5 per game) versus Evan Engram at 71.
Last season Evan Engram carried the heavier workload (42% snap share, 77 touches to Theo Johnson's 74), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Theo Johnson is the younger option (age 25), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Theo Johnson is the clear pick on the higher projection and more room to grow.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Engram | Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 71 | 77 |
| Points / game | 6.4 | 8.5 |
| Games played | 16 | 15 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #248 | #287 |
| ADP | - | 232 |
| Positional rank | TE28 | TE18 |
| Snap share | 42% | 87% |
| Red-zone touches | 10 | 13 |
| Age | 32 | 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: Evan Engram or Theo Johnson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Evan Engram or Theo Johnson in 2026?
Theo Johnson is a clear call over Evan Engram for 2026, on the higher projection and more room to grow.
Who is projected to score more, Evan Engram or Theo Johnson?
Theo Johnson carries the higher 2026 projection at 77 PPR points (4.5 per game), compared with 71 for Evan Engram.
Who is ranked higher, Evan Engram or Theo Johnson?
Expert consensus ranks Evan Engram (TE30) ahead of Theo Johnson (TE34) for 2026.
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