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 468 vs 475
Jackson Hawes and Will Kacmarek are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Will Kacmarek holds the edge in expert consensus (TE69 to TE70). The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Will Kacmarek at 62 PPR points (3.6 per game) versus Jackson Hawes at 32.
For a 2026 redraft, Will Kacmarek is the clear pick on the higher projection and stronger expert consensus.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Hawes | Kacmarek |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 32 | 62 |
| Points / game | 3.1 | - |
| Games played | 17 | - |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #475 | #468 |
| ADP | 614 | - |
| Positional rank | TE50 | - |
| Snap share | 44% | - |
| Red-zone touches | 3 | - |
| Age | 25 | 23 |
| Bye week | 7 | 6 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (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 and stronger expert consensus.
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 (TE69) ahead of Jackson Hawes (TE70) for 2026.
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