George Kittle vs Mark Andrews
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 163 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 93 vs 135
- More points per game: 14.7 vs 7.7
George Kittle and Mark Andrews are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. George Kittle holds the edge in expert consensus (TE9 to TE16). George Kittle typically comes off the board first, around pick 82 (round 7) to Mark Andrews's pick 125. The 2026 projections are nearly even: George Kittle at 169 PPR points (10.0 per game) versus Mark Andrews at 163.
Last season Mark Andrews carried the heavier workload (62% snap share, 80 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 | Andrews |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 169 | 163 |
| Points / game | 14.7 | 7.7 |
| Games played | 11 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #93 | #135 |
| ADP | 82 | 125 |
| Positional rank | TE13 | TE16 |
| Snap share | 80% | 62% |
| Red-zone touches | 13 | 17 |
| Age | 32 | 31 |
| Bye week | 8 | 13 |
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 Mark Andrews.
Frequently asked
Should I draft George Kittle or Mark Andrews in 2026?
George Kittle is a clear call over Mark Andrews for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, George Kittle or Mark Andrews?
George Kittle carries the higher 2026 projection at 169 PPR points (10.0 per game), compared with 163 for Mark Andrews.
Where are George Kittle and Mark Andrews being drafted?
George Kittle has an ADP around pick 82 (round 7), while Mark Andrews goes closer to pick 125 (round 11).
Who is ranked higher, George Kittle or Mark Andrews?
Expert consensus ranks George Kittle (TE9) ahead of Mark Andrews (TE16) for 2026.
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