Pat Freiermuth vs Theo Johnson
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 77 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 217 vs 287
- More points per game: 15.6 vs 1.9
Pat Freiermuth and Theo Johnson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Pat Freiermuth holds the edge in expert consensus (TE26 to TE34). Theo Johnson typically comes off the board first, around pick 232 (round 20) to Pat Freiermuth's pick 240. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Pat Freiermuth at 128 PPR points (7.6 per game) versus Theo Johnson at 77.
Last season Pat Freiermuth carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 5 touches to Theo Johnson's 1), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. 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 | Freiermuth | Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 128 | 77 |
| Points / game | 15.6 | 1.9 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #217 | #287 |
| ADP | 240 | 232 |
| Positional rank | TE6 | TE46 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | 0 |
| Age | 27 | 25 |
| Bye week | 9 | 8 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Pat Freiermuth or Theo Johnson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Pat Freiermuth or Theo Johnson in 2026?
Pat Freiermuth is a clear call over Theo Johnson for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Pat Freiermuth or Theo Johnson?
Pat Freiermuth carries the higher 2026 projection at 128 PPR points (7.6 per game), compared with 77 for Theo Johnson.
Where are Pat Freiermuth and Theo Johnson being drafted?
Theo Johnson has an ADP around pick 232 (round 20), while Pat Freiermuth goes closer to pick 240 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Pat Freiermuth or Theo Johnson?
Expert consensus ranks Pat Freiermuth (TE26) ahead of Theo Johnson (TE34) for 2026.
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