Isaiah Likely vs Terrance Ferguson
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 100 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 122 vs 194
- More points per game: 4.4 vs 3.7
Isaiah Likely and Terrance Ferguson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Isaiah Likely holds the edge in expert consensus (TE13 to TE23). Isaiah Likely typically comes off the board first, around pick 108 (round 9) to Terrance Ferguson's pick 203. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Isaiah Likely at 157 PPR points (9.3 per game) versus Terrance Ferguson at 100.
Last season Isaiah Likely carried the heavier workload (58% snap share, 36 touches to Terrance Ferguson's 26), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Terrance Ferguson is the younger option (age 23), 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 | Ferguson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 157 | 100 |
| Points / game | 4.4 | 3.7 |
| Games played | 14 | 14 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #122 | #194 |
| ADP | 108 | 203 |
| Positional rank | TE44 | TE51 |
| Snap share | 58% | 39% |
| Red-zone touches | 6 | 4 |
| Age | 26 | 23 |
| Bye week | 8 | 11 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Isaiah Likely or Terrance Ferguson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Isaiah Likely or Terrance Ferguson in 2026?
Isaiah Likely is a clear call over Terrance Ferguson for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Isaiah Likely or Terrance Ferguson?
Isaiah Likely carries the higher 2026 projection at 157 PPR points (9.3 per game), compared with 100 for Terrance Ferguson.
Where are Isaiah Likely and Terrance Ferguson being drafted?
Isaiah Likely has an ADP around pick 108 (round 9), while Terrance Ferguson goes closer to pick 203 (round 17).
Who is ranked higher, Isaiah Likely or Terrance Ferguson?
Expert consensus ranks Isaiah Likely (TE13) ahead of Terrance Ferguson (TE23) for 2026.
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