Sam Roush vs Tanner Koziol
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 Roush- Higher projection: 34 vs 33 pts
- More opportunity: 22% snap share, 1 red-zone touches
- More durable: 7 games vs 4 last season
Sam Roush and Tanner Koziol are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Tanner Koziol holds the edge in expert consensus (TE73 to TE83). The 2026 projections are nearly even: Sam Roush at 34 PPR points (2.0 per game) versus Tanner Koziol at 33.
Last season Sam Roush carried the heavier workload (22% snap share, 5 touches to Tanner Koziol's 0), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Sam Roush is the clear pick on the higher projection and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Roush | Koziol |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 34 | 33 |
| Points / game | 0.9 | - |
| Games played | 7 | 4 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #547 | #503 |
| Scoring rank (season) | TE57 | - |
| Snap share | 22% | 11% |
| Red-zone touches | 1 | 0 |
| Age | 23 | 22 |
| Bye week | 10 | 7 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Sam Roush or Tanner Koziol.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Sam Roush or Tanner Koziol in 2026?
Sam Roush is a clear call over Tanner Koziol for 2026, on the higher projection and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Sam Roush or Tanner Koziol?
Sam Roush carries the higher 2026 projection at 34 PPR points (2.0 per game), compared with 33 for Tanner Koziol.
Who is ranked higher, Sam Roush or Tanner Koziol?
Expert consensus ranks Tanner Koziol (TE73) ahead of Sam Roush (TE83) for 2026.
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