Mason Taylor vs Pat Freiermuth
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
Pat Freiermuth- Higher projection: 128 vs 96 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 217 vs 278
- More points per game: 15.6 vs 1.8
Mason Taylor and Pat Freiermuth are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Pat Freiermuth holds the edge in expert consensus (TE26 to TE33). Mason Taylor typically comes off the board first, around pick 224 (round 19) to Pat Freiermuth's pick 240. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Pat Freiermuth at 128 PPR points (7.6 per game) versus Mason Taylor at 96.
Last season Pat Freiermuth carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 5 touches to Mason Taylor's 3), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Mason Taylor is the younger option (age 22), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Pat Freiermuth is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Taylor | Freiermuth |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 96 | 128 |
| Points / game | 1.8 | 15.6 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #278 | #217 |
| ADP | 224 | 240 |
| Positional rank | TE49 | TE6 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 2 |
| Age | 22 | 27 |
| Bye week | 13 | 9 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Mason Taylor or Pat Freiermuth.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Mason Taylor or Pat Freiermuth in 2026?
Pat Freiermuth is a clear call over Mason Taylor for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Mason Taylor or Pat Freiermuth?
Pat Freiermuth carries the higher 2026 projection at 128 PPR points (7.6 per game), compared with 96 for Mason Taylor.
Where are Mason Taylor and Pat Freiermuth being drafted?
Mason Taylor has an ADP around pick 224 (round 19), while Pat Freiermuth goes closer to pick 240 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Mason Taylor or Pat Freiermuth?
Expert consensus ranks Pat Freiermuth (TE26) ahead of Mason Taylor (TE33) for 2026.
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