Hunter Henry 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
Hunter Henry- Higher projection: 154 vs 128 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 157 vs 217
- More points per game: 10.5 vs 6.7
Hunter Henry and Pat Freiermuth are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Hunter Henry holds the edge in expert consensus (TE20 to TE26). Hunter Henry typically comes off the board first, around pick 142 (round 12) to Pat Freiermuth's pick 240. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Hunter Henry at 154 PPR points (9.0 per game) versus Pat Freiermuth at 128.
Last season Hunter Henry carried the heavier workload (81% snap share, 87 touches to Pat Freiermuth's 54), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Pat Freiermuth is the younger option (age 27), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Hunter Henry is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Henry | Freiermuth |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 154 | 128 |
| Points / game | 10.5 | 6.7 |
| Games played | 17 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #157 | #217 |
| ADP | 142 | 240 |
| Positional rank | TE9 | TE24 |
| Snap share | 81% | 49% |
| Red-zone touches | 22 | 9 |
| Age | 31 | 27 |
| Bye week | 11 | 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: Hunter Henry or Pat Freiermuth.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Hunter Henry or Pat Freiermuth in 2026?
Hunter Henry 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, Hunter Henry or Pat Freiermuth?
Hunter Henry carries the higher 2026 projection at 154 PPR points (9.0 per game), compared with 128 for Pat Freiermuth.
Where are Hunter Henry and Pat Freiermuth being drafted?
Hunter Henry has an ADP around pick 142 (round 12), while Pat Freiermuth goes closer to pick 240 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Hunter Henry or Pat Freiermuth?
Expert consensus ranks Hunter Henry (TE20) ahead of Pat Freiermuth (TE26) for 2026.
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