Gunnar Helm vs Pat Freiermuth
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
Gunnar Helm- Higher projection: 130 vs 128 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 216 vs 217
- More opportunity: 53% snap share, 7 red-zone touches
Gunnar Helm and Pat Freiermuth are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Gunnar Helm holds the edge in expert consensus (TE25 to TE26). Gunnar Helm typically comes off the board first, around pick 233 (round 20) to Pat Freiermuth's pick 240. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Gunnar Helm at 130 PPR points (7.7 per game) versus Pat Freiermuth at 128.
Last season Gunnar Helm carried the heavier workload (53% snap share, 55 touches to Pat Freiermuth's 54), 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, Gunnar Helm is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Helm | Freiermuth |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 130 | 128 |
| Points / game | 5.7 | 6.7 |
| Games played | 16 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #216 | #217 |
| ADP | 233 | 240 |
| Positional rank | TE30 | TE24 |
| Snap share | 53% | 49% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 9 |
| Age | 24 | 27 |
| Bye week | 9 | 9 |
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 Pat Freiermuth.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Gunnar Helm or Pat Freiermuth in 2026?
Gunnar Helm is a clear call over Pat Freiermuth for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Gunnar Helm or Pat Freiermuth?
Gunnar Helm carries the higher 2026 projection at 130 PPR points (7.7 per game), compared with 128 for Pat Freiermuth.
Where are Gunnar Helm and Pat Freiermuth being drafted?
Gunnar Helm has an ADP around pick 233 (round 20), while Pat Freiermuth goes closer to pick 240 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Gunnar Helm or Pat Freiermuth?
Expert consensus ranks Gunnar Helm (TE25) ahead of Pat Freiermuth (TE26) for 2026.
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