Jake Ferguson vs Tyler Warren
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
Tyler Warren- Higher projection: 201 vs 160 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 50 vs 125
- More opportunity: 84% snap share, 23 red-zone touches
Jake Ferguson and Tyler Warren are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Tyler Warren holds the edge in expert consensus (TE4 to TE14). Tyler Warren typically comes off the board first, around pick 49 (round 5) to Jake Ferguson's pick 98. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Tyler Warren at 201 PPR points (11.8 per game) versus Jake Ferguson at 160.
Last season Tyler Warren carried the heavier workload (84% snap share, 118 touches to Jake Ferguson's 103), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Tyler Warren is the younger option (age 24), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Tyler Warren is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Ferguson | Warren |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 160 | 201 |
| Points / game | 11.1 | 11.1 |
| Games played | 17 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #125 | #50 |
| ADP | 98 | 49 |
| Positional rank | TE5 | TE4 |
| Snap share | 67% | 84% |
| Red-zone touches | 23 | 23 |
| Age | 27 | 24 |
| Bye week | 14 | 13 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Jake Ferguson or Tyler Warren.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Jake Ferguson or Tyler Warren in 2026?
Tyler Warren is a clear call over Jake Ferguson for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Jake Ferguson or Tyler Warren?
Tyler Warren carries the higher 2026 projection at 201 PPR points (11.8 per game), compared with 160 for Jake Ferguson.
Where are Jake Ferguson and Tyler Warren being drafted?
Tyler Warren has an ADP around pick 49 (round 5), while Jake Ferguson goes closer to pick 98 (round 9).
Who is ranked higher, Jake Ferguson or Tyler Warren?
Expert consensus ranks Tyler Warren (TE4) ahead of Jake Ferguson (TE14) for 2026.
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