Isaiah Likely vs Mason Taylor
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 96 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 122 vs 278
- More points per game: 27.8 vs 1.8
Isaiah Likely and Mason Taylor are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Isaiah Likely holds the edge in expert consensus (TE13 to TE33). Isaiah Likely typically comes off the board first, around pick 107 (round 9) to Mason Taylor's pick 224. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Isaiah Likely at 157 PPR points (9.3 per game) versus Mason Taylor at 96.
Last season Isaiah Likely carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 8 touches to Mason Taylor's 3), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Mason Taylor is the younger option (age 22), 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 | Likely | Taylor |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 157 | 96 |
| Points / game | 27.8 | 1.8 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #122 | #278 |
| ADP | 107 | 224 |
| Positional rank | TE1 | TE49 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 3 | 0 |
| Age | 26 | 22 |
| Bye week | 8 | 13 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Isaiah Likely or Mason Taylor.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Isaiah Likely or Mason Taylor in 2026?
Isaiah Likely is a clear call over Mason Taylor for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Isaiah Likely or Mason Taylor?
Isaiah Likely carries the higher 2026 projection at 157 PPR points (9.3 per game), compared with 96 for Mason Taylor.
Where are Isaiah Likely and Mason Taylor being drafted?
Isaiah Likely has an ADP around pick 107 (round 9), while Mason Taylor goes closer to pick 224 (round 19).
Who is ranked higher, Isaiah Likely or Mason Taylor?
Expert consensus ranks Isaiah Likely (TE13) ahead of Mason Taylor (TE33) for 2026.
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