Mark Andrews vs Sam LaPorta
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
Sam LaPorta- Higher projection: 197 vs 163 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 83 vs 135
- More points per game: 11.9 vs 7.7
Mark Andrews and Sam LaPorta are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Sam LaPorta holds the edge in expert consensus (TE8 to TE16). Sam LaPorta typically comes off the board first, around pick 57 (round 5) to Mark Andrews's pick 125. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Sam LaPorta at 197 PPR points (11.6 per game) versus Mark Andrews at 163.
Last season Mark Andrews carried the heavier workload (62% snap share, 80 touches to Sam LaPorta's 49), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Sam LaPorta is the younger option (age 25), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Sam LaPorta is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Andrews | LaPorta |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 163 | 197 |
| Points / game | 7.7 | 11.9 |
| Games played | 17 | 9 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #135 | #83 |
| ADP | 125 | 57 |
| Positional rank | TE16 | TE26 |
| Snap share | 62% | 90% |
| Red-zone touches | 17 | 4 |
| Age | 31 | 25 |
| Bye week | 13 | 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: Mark Andrews or Sam LaPorta.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Mark Andrews or Sam LaPorta in 2026?
Sam LaPorta 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, Mark Andrews or Sam LaPorta?
Sam LaPorta carries the higher 2026 projection at 197 PPR points (11.6 per game), compared with 163 for Mark Andrews.
Where are Mark Andrews and Sam LaPorta being drafted?
Sam LaPorta has an ADP around pick 57 (round 5), while Mark Andrews goes closer to pick 125 (round 11).
Who is ranked higher, Mark Andrews or Sam LaPorta?
Expert consensus ranks Sam LaPorta (TE8) ahead of Mark Andrews (TE16) for 2026.
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