Jake Ferguson vs Mason Taylor
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
Jake Ferguson- Higher projection: 160 vs 96 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 124 vs 278
- More points per game: 2.6 vs 1.8
Jake Ferguson and Mason Taylor are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Jake Ferguson holds the edge in expert consensus (TE14 to TE33). Jake Ferguson typically comes off the board first, around pick 100 (round 9) to Mason Taylor's pick 224. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Jake Ferguson at 160 PPR points (9.4 per game) versus Mason Taylor at 96.
Last season Mason Taylor carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 3 touches to Jake Ferguson's 2), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Mason Taylor is the younger option (age 22), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Jake Ferguson is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Ferguson | Taylor |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 160 | 96 |
| Points / game | 2.6 | 1.8 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #124 | #278 |
| ADP | 100 | 224 |
| Positional rank | TE40 | TE49 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 0 |
| Age | 27 | 22 |
| Bye week | 14 | 13 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Jake Ferguson or Mason Taylor.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Jake Ferguson or Mason Taylor in 2026?
Jake Ferguson is a clear call over Mason Taylor for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Jake Ferguson or Mason Taylor?
Jake Ferguson carries the higher 2026 projection at 160 PPR points (9.4 per game), compared with 96 for Mason Taylor.
Where are Jake Ferguson and Mason Taylor being drafted?
Jake Ferguson has an ADP around pick 100 (round 9), while Mason Taylor goes closer to pick 224 (round 19).
Who is ranked higher, Jake Ferguson or Mason Taylor?
Expert consensus ranks Jake Ferguson (TE14) ahead of Mason Taylor (TE33) for 2026.
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