Jake Ferguson vs T.J. Hockenson
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 155 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 124 vs 177
- Market favorite: ADP 99.5 vs 163.4
Jake Ferguson and T.J. Hockenson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Jake Ferguson holds the edge in expert consensus (TE14 to TE21). Jake Ferguson typically comes off the board first, around pick 100 (round 9) to T.J. Hockenson's pick 163. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Jake Ferguson at 160 PPR points (9.4 per game) versus T.J. Hockenson at 155.
Last season T.J. Hockenson carried the heavier workload (60% snap share, 32 touches to Jake Ferguson's 24), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. 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 | Hockenson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 160 | 155 |
| Points / game | 7.4 | 10.5 |
| Games played | 6 | 6 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #124 | #177 |
| ADP | 100 | 163 |
| Scoring rank (season) | TE26 | TE16 |
| Snap share | 68% | 60% |
| Red-zone touches | 4 | 6 |
| Age | 27 | 29 |
| Bye week | 14 | 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: Jake Ferguson or T.J. Hockenson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Jake Ferguson or T.J. Hockenson in 2026?
Jake Ferguson is a clear call over T.J. Hockenson for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Jake Ferguson or T.J. Hockenson?
Jake Ferguson carries the higher 2026 projection at 160 PPR points (9.4 per game), compared with 155 for T.J. Hockenson.
Where are Jake Ferguson and T.J. Hockenson being drafted?
Jake Ferguson has an ADP around pick 100 (round 9), while T.J. Hockenson goes closer to pick 163 (round 14).
Who is ranked higher, Jake Ferguson or T.J. Hockenson?
Expert consensus ranks Jake Ferguson (TE14) ahead of T.J. Hockenson (TE21) for 2026.
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