Kyle Pitts Sr. 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
Kyle Pitts Sr.- Higher projection: 172 vs 155 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 75 vs 177
- Better scoring rank so far: TE15 vs TE16
Kyle Pitts Sr. and T.J. Hockenson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Kyle Pitts Sr. holds the edge in expert consensus (TE6 to TE21). Kyle Pitts Sr. typically comes off the board first, around pick 68 (round 6) to T.J. Hockenson's pick 163. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Kyle Pitts Sr. at 172 PPR points (10.1 per game) versus T.J. Hockenson at 155.
Last season T.J. Hockenson carried the heavier workload (60% snap share, 32 touches to Kyle Pitts Sr.'s 27), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Kyle Pitts Sr. is the younger option (age 26), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Kyle Pitts Sr. is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Sr. | Hockenson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 172 | 155 |
| Points / game | 9.0 | 10.5 |
| Games played | 7 | 6 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #75 | #177 |
| ADP | 68 | 163 |
| Scoring rank (season) | TE15 | TE16 |
| Snap share | 59% | 60% |
| Red-zone touches | 6 | 6 |
| Age | 26 | 29 |
| Bye week | 11 | 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: Kyle Pitts Sr. or T.J. Hockenson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Kyle Pitts Sr. or T.J. Hockenson in 2026?
Kyle Pitts Sr. 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, Kyle Pitts Sr. or T.J. Hockenson?
Kyle Pitts Sr. carries the higher 2026 projection at 172 PPR points (10.1 per game), compared with 155 for T.J. Hockenson.
Where are Kyle Pitts Sr. and T.J. Hockenson being drafted?
Kyle Pitts Sr. has an ADP around pick 68 (round 6), while T.J. Hockenson goes closer to pick 163 (round 14).
Who is ranked higher, Kyle Pitts Sr. or T.J. Hockenson?
Expert consensus ranks Kyle Pitts Sr. (TE6) ahead of T.J. Hockenson (TE21) for 2026.
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