George Kittle vs Travis Kelce
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
Travis Kelce- Higher projection: 171 vs 169 pts
- More opportunity: 81% snap share, 12 red-zone touches
- Better positional rank: TE3 vs TE13
George Kittle and Travis Kelce are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. George Kittle holds the edge in expert consensus (TE9 to TE10). George Kittle typically comes off the board first, around pick 82 (round 7) to Travis Kelce's pick 89. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Travis Kelce at 171 PPR points (10.1 per game) versus George Kittle at 169.
Last season Travis Kelce carried the heavier workload (81% snap share, 109 touches to George Kittle's 70), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. George Kittle is the younger option (age 32), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Travis Kelce is the clear pick on the higher projection and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Kittle | Kelce |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 169 | 171 |
| Points / game | 14.7 | 11.4 |
| Games played | 11 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #93 | #98 |
| ADP | 82 | 89 |
| Positional rank | TE13 | TE3 |
| Snap share | 80% | 81% |
| Red-zone touches | 13 | 12 |
| Age | 32 | 36 |
| Bye week | 8 | 5 |
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 Travis Kelce.
Frequently asked
Should I draft George Kittle or Travis Kelce in 2026?
Travis Kelce is a clear call over George Kittle for 2026, on the higher projection and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, George Kittle or Travis Kelce?
Travis Kelce carries the higher 2026 projection at 171 PPR points (10.1 per game), compared with 169 for George Kittle.
Where are George Kittle and Travis Kelce being drafted?
George Kittle has an ADP around pick 82 (round 7), while Travis Kelce goes closer to pick 89 (round 8).
Who is ranked higher, George Kittle or Travis Kelce?
Expert consensus ranks George Kittle (TE9) ahead of Travis Kelce (TE10) for 2026.
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