George Kittle vs Mason Taylor
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 96 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 93 vs 278
- More points per game: 3.2 vs 1.8
George Kittle and Mason Taylor are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. George Kittle holds the edge in expert consensus (TE9 to TE33). George Kittle typically comes off the board first, around pick 80 (round 7) to Mason Taylor's pick 224. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: George Kittle at 169 PPR points (10.0 per game) versus Mason Taylor at 96.
Last season George Kittle carried the heavier workload (46% snap share, 5 touches to Mason Taylor's 3), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Mason Taylor is the younger option (age 22), 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 | Taylor |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 169 | 96 |
| Points / game | 3.2 | 1.8 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #93 | #278 |
| ADP | 80 | 224 |
| Positional rank | TE39 | TE49 |
| Snap share | 46% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 0 |
| Age | 32 | 22 |
| Bye week | 8 | 13 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: George Kittle or Mason Taylor.
Frequently asked
Should I draft George Kittle or Mason Taylor in 2026?
George Kittle is a clear call over Mason Taylor for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, George Kittle or Mason Taylor?
George Kittle carries the higher 2026 projection at 169 PPR points (10.0 per game), compared with 96 for Mason Taylor.
Where are George Kittle and Mason Taylor being drafted?
George Kittle has an ADP around pick 80 (round 7), while Mason Taylor goes closer to pick 224 (round 19).
Who is ranked higher, George Kittle or Mason Taylor?
Expert consensus ranks George Kittle (TE9) ahead of Mason Taylor (TE33) for 2026.
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