George Kittle vs Juwan 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
George Kittle- Higher projection: 169 vs 141 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 93 vs 128
- More points per game: 14.7 vs 10.6
George Kittle and Juwan Johnson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. George Kittle holds the edge in expert consensus (TE9 to TE15). George Kittle typically comes off the board first, around pick 82 (round 7) to Juwan Johnson's pick 178. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: George Kittle at 169 PPR points (10.0 per game) versus Juwan Johnson at 141.
Last season Juwan Johnson carried the heavier workload (76% snap share, 102 touches to George Kittle's 70), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Juwan Johnson is the younger option (age 29), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. 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 | Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 169 | 141 |
| Points / game | 14.7 | 10.6 |
| Games played | 11 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #93 | #128 |
| ADP | 82 | 178 |
| Positional rank | TE13 | TE8 |
| Snap share | 80% | 76% |
| Red-zone touches | 13 | 8 |
| Age | 32 | 29 |
| Bye week | 8 | 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: George Kittle or Juwan Johnson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft George Kittle or Juwan Johnson in 2026?
George Kittle is a clear call over Juwan Johnson for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, George Kittle or Juwan Johnson?
George Kittle carries the higher 2026 projection at 169 PPR points (10.0 per game), compared with 141 for Juwan Johnson.
Where are George Kittle and Juwan Johnson being drafted?
George Kittle has an ADP around pick 82 (round 7), while Juwan Johnson goes closer to pick 178 (round 15).
Who is ranked higher, George Kittle or Juwan Johnson?
Expert consensus ranks George Kittle (TE9) ahead of Juwan Johnson (TE15) for 2026.
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