Mark Andrews 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
Mark Andrews- Higher projection: 163 vs 155 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 135 vs 177
- More points per game: 7.7 vs 7.5
Mark Andrews and T.J. Hockenson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Mark Andrews holds the edge in expert consensus (TE16 to TE21). Mark Andrews typically comes off the board first, around pick 125 (round 11) to T.J. Hockenson's pick 165. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Mark Andrews at 163 PPR points (9.6 per game) versus T.J. Hockenson at 155.
Last season Mark Andrews carried the heavier workload (62% snap share, 80 touches to T.J. Hockenson's 67), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Mark Andrews is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Andrews | Hockenson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 163 | 155 |
| Points / game | 7.7 | 7.5 |
| Games played | 17 | 15 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #135 | #177 |
| ADP | 125 | 165 |
| Positional rank | TE16 | TE25 |
| Snap share | 62% | 79% |
| Red-zone touches | 17 | 12 |
| Age | 31 | 29 |
| 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 T.J. Hockenson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Mark Andrews or T.J. Hockenson in 2026?
Mark Andrews 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, Mark Andrews or T.J. Hockenson?
Mark Andrews carries the higher 2026 projection at 163 PPR points (9.6 per game), compared with 155 for T.J. Hockenson.
Where are Mark Andrews and T.J. Hockenson being drafted?
Mark Andrews has an ADP around pick 125 (round 11), while T.J. Hockenson goes closer to pick 165 (round 14).
Who is ranked higher, Mark Andrews or T.J. Hockenson?
Expert consensus ranks Mark Andrews (TE16) ahead of T.J. Hockenson (TE21) for 2026.
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