George Kittle vs Pat Freiermuth
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 128 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 93 vs 217
- More points per game: 14.7 vs 6.7
George Kittle and Pat Freiermuth are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. George Kittle holds the edge in expert consensus (TE9 to TE26). George Kittle typically comes off the board first, around pick 82 (round 7) to Pat Freiermuth's pick 240. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: George Kittle at 169 PPR points (10.0 per game) versus Pat Freiermuth at 128.
Last season George Kittle carried the heavier workload (80% snap share, 70 touches to Pat Freiermuth's 54), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Pat Freiermuth is the younger option (age 27), 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 | Freiermuth |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 169 | 128 |
| Points / game | 14.7 | 6.7 |
| Games played | 11 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #93 | #217 |
| ADP | 82 | 240 |
| Positional rank | TE13 | TE24 |
| Snap share | 80% | 49% |
| Red-zone touches | 13 | 9 |
| Age | 32 | 27 |
| Bye week | 8 | 9 |
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 Pat Freiermuth.
Frequently asked
Should I draft George Kittle or Pat Freiermuth in 2026?
George Kittle is a clear call over Pat Freiermuth for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, George Kittle or Pat Freiermuth?
George Kittle carries the higher 2026 projection at 169 PPR points (10.0 per game), compared with 128 for Pat Freiermuth.
Where are George Kittle and Pat Freiermuth being drafted?
George Kittle has an ADP around pick 82 (round 7), while Pat Freiermuth goes closer to pick 240 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, George Kittle or Pat Freiermuth?
Expert consensus ranks George Kittle (TE9) ahead of Pat Freiermuth (TE26) for 2026.
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