Mason Taylor 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 96 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 82 vs 278
- More points per game: 9.8 vs 1.8
Mason Taylor and Sam LaPorta are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Sam LaPorta holds the edge in expert consensus (TE8 to TE33). Sam LaPorta typically comes off the board first, around pick 58 (round 5) to Mason Taylor's pick 224. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Sam LaPorta at 197 PPR points (11.6 per game) versus Mason Taylor at 96.
Last season Sam LaPorta carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 8 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, Sam LaPorta is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Taylor | LaPorta |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 96 | 197 |
| Points / game | 1.8 | 9.8 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #278 | #82 |
| ADP | 224 | 58 |
| Positional rank | TE49 | TE15 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 2 |
| Age | 22 | 25 |
| Bye week | 13 | 6 |
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 Sam LaPorta.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Mason Taylor or Sam LaPorta in 2026?
Sam LaPorta is a clear call over Mason Taylor for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Mason Taylor or Sam LaPorta?
Sam LaPorta carries the higher 2026 projection at 197 PPR points (11.6 per game), compared with 96 for Mason Taylor.
Where are Mason Taylor and Sam LaPorta being drafted?
Sam LaPorta has an ADP around pick 58 (round 5), while Mason Taylor goes closer to pick 224 (round 19).
Who is ranked higher, Mason Taylor or Sam LaPorta?
Expert consensus ranks Sam LaPorta (TE8) ahead of Mason Taylor (TE33) for 2026.
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