Hunter Henry vs Isaiah Likely
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
Isaiah Likely- Higher projection: 157 vs 154 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 122 vs 157
- More points per game: 16.1 vs 9.7
Hunter Henry and Isaiah Likely are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Isaiah Likely holds the edge in expert consensus (TE13 to TE20). Isaiah Likely typically comes off the board first, around pick 106 (round 9) to Hunter Henry's pick 142. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Isaiah Likely at 157 PPR points (9.3 per game) versus Hunter Henry at 154.
Last season Isaiah Likely carried the heavier workload (74% snap share, 63 touches to Hunter Henry's 31), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Isaiah Likely is the younger option (age 26), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Isaiah Likely is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Henry | Likely |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 154 | 157 |
| Points / game | 9.7 | 16.1 |
| Games played | 7 | 7 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #157 | #122 |
| ADP | 142 | 106 |
| Scoring rank (season) | TE9 | TE2 |
| Snap share | 73% | 74% |
| Red-zone touches | 5 | 8 |
| Age | 31 | 26 |
| Bye week | 11 | 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: Hunter Henry or Isaiah Likely.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Hunter Henry or Isaiah Likely in 2026?
Isaiah Likely is a clear call over Hunter Henry for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Hunter Henry or Isaiah Likely?
Isaiah Likely carries the higher 2026 projection at 157 PPR points (9.3 per game), compared with 154 for Hunter Henry.
Where are Hunter Henry and Isaiah Likely being drafted?
Isaiah Likely has an ADP around pick 106 (round 9), while Hunter Henry goes closer to pick 142 (round 12).
Who is ranked higher, Hunter Henry or Isaiah Likely?
Expert consensus ranks Isaiah Likely (TE13) ahead of Hunter Henry (TE20) for 2026.
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