George Kittle vs T.J. Hockenson
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 155 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 93 vs 177
- More points per game: 14.7 vs 7.5
George Kittle and T.J. Hockenson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. George Kittle holds the edge in expert consensus (TE9 to TE21). George Kittle typically comes off the board first, around pick 82 (round 7) to T.J. Hockenson's pick 165. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: George Kittle at 169 PPR points (10.0 per game) versus T.J. Hockenson at 155.
Last season George Kittle carried the heavier workload (80% snap share, 70 touches to T.J. Hockenson's 67), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. T.J. Hockenson 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 | Hockenson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 169 | 155 |
| Points / game | 14.7 | 7.5 |
| Games played | 11 | 15 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #93 | #177 |
| ADP | 82 | 165 |
| Positional rank | TE13 | TE25 |
| Snap share | 80% | 79% |
| Red-zone touches | 13 | 12 |
| Age | 32 | 29 |
| Bye week | 8 | 6 |
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 T.J. Hockenson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft George Kittle or T.J. Hockenson in 2026?
George Kittle is a clear call over T.J. Hockenson for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, George Kittle or T.J. Hockenson?
George Kittle carries the higher 2026 projection at 169 PPR points (10.0 per game), compared with 155 for T.J. Hockenson.
Where are George Kittle and T.J. Hockenson being drafted?
George Kittle has an ADP around pick 82 (round 7), while T.J. Hockenson goes closer to pick 165 (round 14).
Who is ranked higher, George Kittle or T.J. Hockenson?
Expert consensus ranks George Kittle (TE9) ahead of T.J. Hockenson (TE21) for 2026.
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