Gunnar Helm vs Kenyon Sadiq
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
Clear edge · 68% confident
Kenyon Sadiq- Experts agree: consensus rank 207 vs 216
- More points per game: 6.1 vs 3.2
- Better scoring rank so far: TE28 vs TE42
Gunnar Helm and Kenyon Sadiq are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Kenyon Sadiq holds the edge in expert consensus (TE24 to TE25). Kenyon Sadiq typically comes off the board first, around pick 173 (round 15) to Gunnar Helm's pick 233. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Gunnar Helm at 130 PPR points (7.7 per game) versus Kenyon Sadiq at 100.
Last season Kenyon Sadiq carried the heavier workload (40% snap share, 26 touches to Gunnar Helm's 17), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Kenyon Sadiq is the younger option (age 21), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Kenyon Sadiq is the solid pick on stronger expert consensus, an earlier ADP and the bigger workload. Gunnar Helm carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Head-to-head
| Stat | Helm | Sadiq |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 130 | 100 |
| Points / game | 3.2 | 6.1 |
| Games played | 7 | 7 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #216 | #207 |
| ADP | 233 | 173 |
| Scoring rank (season) | TE42 | TE28 |
| Snap share | 76% | 40% |
| Red-zone touches | 3 | 2 |
| Age | 24 | 21 |
| Bye week | 9 | 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: Gunnar Helm or Kenyon Sadiq.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Gunnar Helm or Kenyon Sadiq in 2026?
Kenyon Sadiq is a solid pick over Gunnar Helm for 2026, on stronger expert consensus, an earlier ADP and the bigger workload. Gunnar Helm carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Who is projected to score more, Gunnar Helm or Kenyon Sadiq?
Gunnar Helm carries the higher 2026 projection at 130 PPR points (7.7 per game), compared with 100 for Kenyon Sadiq.
Where are Gunnar Helm and Kenyon Sadiq being drafted?
Kenyon Sadiq has an ADP around pick 173 (round 15), while Gunnar Helm goes closer to pick 233 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Gunnar Helm or Kenyon Sadiq?
Expert consensus ranks Kenyon Sadiq (TE24) ahead of Gunnar Helm (TE25) for 2026.
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