Kyle Pitts 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- Higher projection: 172 vs 155 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 75 vs 177
- More points per game: 12.4 vs 7.5
Kyle Pitts and T.J. Hockenson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Kyle Pitts holds the edge in expert consensus (TE6 to TE21). Kyle Pitts typically comes off the board first, around pick 68 (round 6) to T.J. Hockenson's pick 165. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Kyle Pitts at 172 PPR points (10.1 per game) versus T.J. Hockenson at 155.
Last season Kyle Pitts carried the heavier workload (87% snap share, 118 touches to T.J. Hockenson's 67), 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 | Hockenson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 172 | 155 |
| Points / game | 12.4 | 7.5 |
| Games played | 17 | 15 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #75 | #177 |
| ADP | 68 | 165 |
| Positional rank | TE2 | TE25 |
| Snap share | 87% | 79% |
| Red-zone touches | 11 | 12 |
| Age | 25 | 29 |
| Bye week | 11 | 6 |
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 T.J. Hockenson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Kyle Pitts or T.J. Hockenson in 2026?
Kyle Pitts 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 or T.J. Hockenson?
Kyle Pitts carries the higher 2026 projection at 172 PPR points (10.1 per game), compared with 155 for T.J. Hockenson.
Where are Kyle Pitts and T.J. Hockenson being drafted?
Kyle Pitts has an ADP around pick 68 (round 6), while T.J. Hockenson goes closer to pick 165 (round 14).
Who is ranked higher, Kyle Pitts or T.J. Hockenson?
Expert consensus ranks Kyle Pitts (TE6) ahead of T.J. Hockenson (TE21) for 2026.
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