Gunnar Helm vs Mark Andrews
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
Mark Andrews- Higher projection: 163 vs 130 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 135 vs 216
- More points per game: 7.7 vs 5.7
Gunnar Helm and Mark Andrews are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Mark Andrews holds the edge in expert consensus (TE16 to TE25). Mark Andrews typically comes off the board first, around pick 125 (round 11) to Gunnar Helm's pick 233. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Mark Andrews at 163 PPR points (9.6 per game) versus Gunnar Helm at 130.
Last season Mark Andrews carried the heavier workload (62% snap share, 80 touches to Gunnar Helm's 55), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Gunnar Helm is the younger option (age 24), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Mark Andrews is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Helm | Andrews |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 130 | 163 |
| Points / game | 5.7 | 7.7 |
| Games played | 16 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #216 | #135 |
| ADP | 233 | 125 |
| Positional rank | TE30 | TE16 |
| Snap share | 53% | 62% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 17 |
| Age | 24 | 31 |
| Bye week | 9 | 13 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Gunnar Helm or Mark Andrews.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Gunnar Helm or Mark Andrews in 2026?
Mark Andrews is a clear call over Gunnar Helm for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Gunnar Helm or Mark Andrews?
Mark Andrews carries the higher 2026 projection at 163 PPR points (9.6 per game), compared with 130 for Gunnar Helm.
Where are Gunnar Helm and Mark Andrews being drafted?
Mark Andrews has an ADP around pick 125 (round 11), while Gunnar Helm goes closer to pick 233 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Gunnar Helm or Mark Andrews?
Expert consensus ranks Mark Andrews (TE16) ahead of Gunnar Helm (TE25) for 2026.
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