Josh Oliver vs Luke Musgrave
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
Josh Oliver- More points per game: 3.7 vs 2.9
- More opportunity: 46% snap share, 6 red-zone touches
- Better positional rank: TE48 vs TE52
Luke Musgrave carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Josh Oliver and Luke Musgrave are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Luke Musgrave holds the edge in expert consensus (TE62 to TE65).
Last season Luke Musgrave carried the heavier workload (43% snap share, 31 touches to Josh Oliver's 19), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Luke Musgrave is the younger option (age 26), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Josh Oliver is the clear pick on our blend of projection, usage and matchup. Luke Musgrave carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Head-to-head
| Stat | Oliver | Musgrave |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 31 | - |
| Points / game | 3.7 | 2.9 |
| Games played | 15 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #452 | #437 |
| Positional rank | TE48 | TE52 |
| Snap share | 46% | 43% |
| Red-zone touches | 6 | 1 |
| Age | 29 | 26 |
| Bye week | 6 | 11 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Josh Oliver or Luke Musgrave.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Josh Oliver or Luke Musgrave in 2026?
Josh Oliver is a clear call over Luke Musgrave for 2026, on our blend of projection, usage and matchup. Luke Musgrave carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Who is ranked higher, Josh Oliver or Luke Musgrave?
Expert consensus ranks Luke Musgrave (TE62) ahead of Josh Oliver (TE65) for 2026.
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