Pat Freiermuth 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 128 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 177 vs 217
- More points per game: 7.5 vs 6.7
Pat Freiermuth 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 TE26). T.J. Hockenson typically comes off the board first, around pick 165 (round 14) to Pat Freiermuth's pick 240. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: T.J. Hockenson at 155 PPR points (9.1 per game) versus Pat Freiermuth at 128.
Last season T.J. Hockenson carried the heavier workload (79% snap share, 67 touches to Pat Freiermuth's 54), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. 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 | Freiermuth | Hockenson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 128 | 155 |
| Points / game | 6.7 | 7.5 |
| Games played | 17 | 15 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #217 | #177 |
| ADP | 240 | 165 |
| Positional rank | TE24 | TE25 |
| Snap share | 49% | 79% |
| Red-zone touches | 9 | 12 |
| Age | 27 | 29 |
| Bye week | 9 | 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: Pat Freiermuth or T.J. Hockenson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Pat Freiermuth or T.J. Hockenson in 2026?
T.J. Hockenson is a clear call over Pat Freiermuth for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Pat Freiermuth or T.J. Hockenson?
T.J. Hockenson carries the higher 2026 projection at 155 PPR points (9.1 per game), compared with 128 for Pat Freiermuth.
Where are Pat Freiermuth and T.J. Hockenson being drafted?
T.J. Hockenson has an ADP around pick 165 (round 14), while Pat Freiermuth goes closer to pick 240 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Pat Freiermuth or T.J. Hockenson?
Expert consensus ranks T.J. Hockenson (TE21) ahead of Pat Freiermuth (TE26) for 2026.
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