Gunnar Helm vs Theo Johnson
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 77 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 216 vs 287
- More points per game: 6.8 vs 1.9
Gunnar Helm and Theo Johnson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Gunnar Helm holds the edge in expert consensus (TE25 to TE34). Theo Johnson typically comes off the board first, around pick 232 (round 20) to Gunnar Helm's pick 233. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Gunnar Helm at 130 PPR points (7.7 per game) versus Theo Johnson at 77.
Last season Gunnar Helm carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 5 touches to Theo Johnson's 1), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Gunnar Helm is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Helm | Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 130 | 77 |
| Points / game | 6.8 | 1.9 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #216 | #287 |
| ADP | 233 | 232 |
| Positional rank | TE22 | TE46 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 0 |
| Age | 24 | 25 |
| Bye week | 9 | 8 |
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 Theo Johnson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Gunnar Helm or Theo Johnson in 2026?
Gunnar Helm is a clear call over Theo Johnson for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Gunnar Helm or Theo Johnson?
Gunnar Helm carries the higher 2026 projection at 130 PPR points (7.7 per game), compared with 77 for Theo Johnson.
Where are Gunnar Helm and Theo Johnson being drafted?
Theo Johnson has an ADP around pick 232 (round 20), while Gunnar Helm goes closer to pick 233 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Gunnar Helm or Theo Johnson?
Expert consensus ranks Gunnar Helm (TE25) ahead of Theo Johnson (TE34) for 2026.
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