Jackson Hawes vs Will Kacmarek
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
Will Kacmarek- Higher projection: 62 vs 32 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 467 vs 472
- More opportunity: 41% snap share
Jackson Hawes and Will Kacmarek are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Will Kacmarek holds the edge in expert consensus (TE68 to TE69). The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Will Kacmarek at 62 PPR points (3.6 per game) versus Jackson Hawes at 32.
Last season Will Kacmarek carried the heavier workload (41% snap share, 6 touches to Jackson Hawes's 1), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Will Kacmarek is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Hawes | Kacmarek |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 32 | 62 |
| Points / game | - | 0.9 |
| Games played | 6 | 6 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #472 | #467 |
| ADP | 614 | - |
| Scoring rank (season) | - | TE59 |
| Snap share | 40% | 41% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 0 |
| Age | 25 | 23 |
| Bye week | 7 | 6 |
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 Will Kacmarek.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Jackson Hawes or Will Kacmarek in 2026?
Will Kacmarek is a clear call over Jackson Hawes for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Jackson Hawes or Will Kacmarek?
Will Kacmarek carries the higher 2026 projection at 62 PPR points (3.6 per game), compared with 32 for Jackson Hawes.
Who is ranked higher, Jackson Hawes or Will Kacmarek?
Expert consensus ranks Will Kacmarek (TE68) ahead of Jackson Hawes (TE69) for 2026.
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