Kyle Pitts vs Mark Andrews
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- Higher projection: 172 vs 163 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 75 vs 135
- More points per game: 12.4 vs 7.7
Kyle Pitts and Mark Andrews are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Kyle Pitts holds the edge in expert consensus (TE6 to TE16). Kyle Pitts typically comes off the board first, around pick 68 (round 6) to Mark Andrews's pick 125. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Kyle Pitts at 172 PPR points (10.1 per game) versus Mark Andrews at 163.
Last season Kyle Pitts carried the heavier workload (87% snap share, 118 touches to Mark Andrews's 80), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Kyle Pitts is the younger option (age 25), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Kyle Pitts is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Pitts | Andrews |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 172 | 163 |
| Points / game | 12.4 | 7.7 |
| Games played | 17 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #75 | #135 |
| ADP | 68 | 125 |
| Positional rank | TE2 | TE16 |
| Snap share | 87% | 62% |
| Red-zone touches | 11 | 17 |
| Age | 25 | 31 |
| Bye week | 11 | 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: Kyle Pitts or Mark Andrews.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Kyle Pitts or Mark Andrews in 2026?
Kyle Pitts is a clear call over Mark Andrews for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Kyle Pitts or Mark Andrews?
Kyle Pitts carries the higher 2026 projection at 172 PPR points (10.1 per game), compared with 163 for Mark Andrews.
Where are Kyle Pitts and Mark Andrews being drafted?
Kyle Pitts has an ADP around pick 68 (round 6), while Mark Andrews goes closer to pick 125 (round 11).
Who is ranked higher, Kyle Pitts or Mark Andrews?
Expert consensus ranks Kyle Pitts (TE6) ahead of Mark Andrews (TE16) for 2026.
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