Mason Taylor 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
T.J. Hockenson- Higher projection: 155 vs 96 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 177 vs 278
- More points per game: 13.6 vs 1.8
Mason Taylor and T.J. Hockenson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. T.J. Hockenson holds the edge in expert consensus (TE21 to TE33). T.J. Hockenson typically comes off the board first, around pick 163 (round 14) to Mason Taylor's pick 224. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: T.J. Hockenson at 155 PPR points (9.1 per game) versus Mason Taylor at 96.
Last season T.J. Hockenson 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, T.J. Hockenson is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Taylor | Hockenson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 96 | 155 |
| Points / game | 1.8 | 13.6 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #278 | #177 |
| ADP | 224 | 163 |
| Positional rank | TE49 | TE8 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 2 |
| Age | 22 | 29 |
| 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 T.J. Hockenson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Mason Taylor or T.J. Hockenson in 2026?
T.J. Hockenson 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 T.J. Hockenson?
T.J. Hockenson carries the higher 2026 projection at 155 PPR points (9.1 per game), compared with 96 for Mason Taylor.
Where are Mason Taylor and T.J. Hockenson being drafted?
T.J. Hockenson has an ADP around pick 163 (round 14), while Mason Taylor goes closer to pick 224 (round 19).
Who is ranked higher, Mason Taylor or T.J. Hockenson?
Expert consensus ranks T.J. Hockenson (TE21) ahead of Mason Taylor (TE33) for 2026.
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