Greg Dulcich vs Sam LaPorta
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- Higher projection: 197 vs 111 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 82 vs 239
- More points per game: 9.8 vs 3.8
Greg Dulcich and Sam LaPorta are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Sam LaPorta holds the edge in expert consensus (TE8 to TE29). Sam LaPorta typically comes off the board first, around pick 58 (round 5) to Greg Dulcich's pick 230. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Sam LaPorta at 197 PPR points (11.6 per game) versus Greg Dulcich at 111.
Last season Sam LaPorta carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 8 touches to Greg Dulcich's 2), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Sam LaPorta is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Dulcich | LaPorta |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 111 | 197 |
| Points / game | 3.8 | 9.8 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #239 | #82 |
| ADP | 230 | 58 |
| Positional rank | TE32 | TE15 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 2 |
| Age | 26 | 25 |
| Bye week | 6 | 6 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Greg Dulcich or Sam LaPorta.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Greg Dulcich or Sam LaPorta in 2026?
Sam LaPorta is a clear call over Greg Dulcich for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Greg Dulcich or Sam LaPorta?
Sam LaPorta carries the higher 2026 projection at 197 PPR points (11.6 per game), compared with 111 for Greg Dulcich.
Where are Greg Dulcich and Sam LaPorta being drafted?
Sam LaPorta has an ADP around pick 58 (round 5), while Greg Dulcich goes closer to pick 230 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Greg Dulcich or Sam LaPorta?
Expert consensus ranks Sam LaPorta (TE8) ahead of Greg Dulcich (TE29) for 2026.
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