George Kittle vs Hunter Henry
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
George Kittle- Higher projection: 169 vs 154 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 93 vs 157
- More points per game: 14.7 vs 10.5
George Kittle and Hunter Henry are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. George Kittle holds the edge in expert consensus (TE9 to TE20). George Kittle typically comes off the board first, around pick 82 (round 7) to Hunter Henry's pick 142. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: George Kittle at 169 PPR points (10.0 per game) versus Hunter Henry at 154.
Last season Hunter Henry carried the heavier workload (81% snap share, 87 touches to George Kittle's 70), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, George Kittle is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Kittle | Henry |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 169 | 154 |
| Points / game | 14.7 | 10.5 |
| Games played | 11 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #93 | #157 |
| ADP | 82 | 142 |
| Positional rank | TE13 | TE9 |
| Snap share | 80% | 81% |
| Red-zone touches | 13 | 22 |
| Age | 32 | 31 |
| Bye week | 8 | 11 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: George Kittle or Hunter Henry.
Frequently asked
Should I draft George Kittle or Hunter Henry in 2026?
George Kittle is a clear call over Hunter Henry for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, George Kittle or Hunter Henry?
George Kittle carries the higher 2026 projection at 169 PPR points (10.0 per game), compared with 154 for Hunter Henry.
Where are George Kittle and Hunter Henry being drafted?
George Kittle has an ADP around pick 82 (round 7), while Hunter Henry goes closer to pick 142 (round 12).
Who is ranked higher, George Kittle or Hunter Henry?
Expert consensus ranks George Kittle (TE9) ahead of Hunter Henry (TE20) for 2026.
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