Isaiah Likely 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
Isaiah Likely- Higher projection: 157 vs 77 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 122 vs 287
- More points per game: 27.8 vs 1.9
Isaiah Likely and Theo Johnson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Isaiah Likely holds the edge in expert consensus (TE13 to TE34). Isaiah Likely typically comes off the board first, around pick 107 (round 9) to Theo Johnson's pick 232. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Isaiah Likely at 157 PPR points (9.3 per game) versus Theo Johnson at 77.
Last season Isaiah Likely carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 8 touches to Theo Johnson's 1), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. 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 | Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 157 | 77 |
| Points / game | 27.8 | 1.9 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #122 | #287 |
| ADP | 107 | 232 |
| Positional rank | TE1 | TE46 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 3 | 0 |
| Age | 26 | 25 |
| Bye week | 8 | 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: Isaiah Likely or Theo Johnson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Isaiah Likely or Theo Johnson in 2026?
Isaiah Likely is a clear call over Theo Johnson for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Isaiah Likely or Theo Johnson?
Isaiah Likely carries the higher 2026 projection at 157 PPR points (9.3 per game), compared with 77 for Theo Johnson.
Where are Isaiah Likely and Theo Johnson being drafted?
Isaiah Likely has an ADP around pick 107 (round 9), while Theo Johnson goes closer to pick 232 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Isaiah Likely or Theo Johnson?
Expert consensus ranks Isaiah Likely (TE13) ahead of Theo Johnson (TE34) for 2026.
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