Jackson Hawes vs John Bates
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
Slight lean · 62% confident
John Bates- Experts agree: consensus rank 454 vs 472
- More opportunity: 43% snap share, 1 red-zone touches
Jackson Hawes and John Bates are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. John Bates holds the edge in expert consensus (TE66 to TE69). The 2026 projections are nearly even: Jackson Hawes at 32 PPR points (1.9 per game) versus John Bates at 32.
Last season John Bates carried the heavier workload (43% snap share, 6 touches to Jackson Hawes's 1), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Jackson Hawes is the younger option (age 25), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, John Bates is the narrow pick on stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload. Jackson Hawes carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Head-to-head
| Stat | Hawes | Bates |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 32 | 32 |
| Points / game | - | 1.3 |
| Games played | 6 | 6 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #472 | #454 |
| ADP | 614 | - |
| Scoring rank (season) | - | TE53 |
| Snap share | 40% | 43% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 1 |
| Age | 25 | 28 |
| Bye week | 7 | 7 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Jackson Hawes or John Bates.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Jackson Hawes or John Bates in 2026?
John Bates is a slight lean over Jackson Hawes for 2026, on stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload. Jackson Hawes carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Who is projected to score more, Jackson Hawes or John Bates?
Jackson Hawes carries the higher 2026 projection at 32 PPR points (1.9 per game), compared with 32 for John Bates.
Who is ranked higher, Jackson Hawes or John Bates?
Expert consensus ranks John Bates (TE66) ahead of Jackson Hawes (TE69) for 2026.
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