Jeremy Ruckert vs Mo Alie-Cox
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 · 92% confident
Jeremy Ruckert- More points per game: 2.8 vs 1.8
- More opportunity: 47% snap share, 3 red-zone touches
- Better positional rank: TE55 vs TE64
Mo Alie-Cox carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Jeremy Ruckert and Mo Alie-Cox are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Mo Alie-Cox at 15 PPR points (0.9 per game) versus Jeremy Ruckert at 9.
Last season Jeremy Ruckert carried the heavier workload (47% snap share, 29 touches to Mo Alie-Cox's 20), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Jeremy Ruckert is the younger option (age 26), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Jeremy Ruckert is the clear pick on the bigger workload and more room to grow. Mo Alie-Cox carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Head-to-head
| Stat | Ruckert | Alie-Cox |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 9 | 15 |
| Points / game | 2.8 | 1.8 |
| Games played | 17 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #558 | - |
| ADP | - | 528 |
| Positional rank | TE55 | TE64 |
| Snap share | 47% | 39% |
| Red-zone touches | 3 | 5 |
| Age | 26 | 32 |
| Bye week | 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: Jeremy Ruckert or Mo Alie-Cox.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Jeremy Ruckert or Mo Alie-Cox in 2026?
Jeremy Ruckert is a clear call over Mo Alie-Cox for 2026, on the bigger workload and more room to grow. Mo Alie-Cox carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Who is projected to score more, Jeremy Ruckert or Mo Alie-Cox?
Mo Alie-Cox carries the higher 2026 projection at 15 PPR points (0.9 per game), compared with 9 for Jeremy Ruckert.
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