T.J. Hockenson vs Trey McBride
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
Trey McBride- Higher projection: 235 vs 155 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 17 vs 177
- More points per game: 18.6 vs 7.5
T.J. Hockenson and Trey McBride are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Trey McBride holds the edge in expert consensus (TE1 to TE21). Trey McBride typically comes off the board first, around pick 25 (round 3) to T.J. Hockenson's pick 165. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Trey McBride at 235 PPR points (13.8 per game) versus T.J. Hockenson at 155.
Last season Trey McBride carried the heavier workload (91% snap share, 169 touches to T.J. Hockenson's 67), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Trey McBride is the younger option (age 26), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Trey McBride is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Hockenson | McBride |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 155 | 235 |
| Points / game | 7.5 | 18.6 |
| Games played | 15 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #177 | #17 |
| ADP | 165 | 25 |
| Positional rank | TE25 | TE1 |
| Snap share | 79% | 91% |
| Red-zone touches | 12 | 32 |
| Age | 29 | 26 |
| Bye week | 6 | 14 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: T.J. Hockenson or Trey McBride.
Frequently asked
Should I draft T.J. Hockenson or Trey McBride in 2026?
Trey McBride is a clear call over T.J. Hockenson for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, T.J. Hockenson or Trey McBride?
Trey McBride carries the higher 2026 projection at 235 PPR points (13.8 per game), compared with 155 for T.J. Hockenson.
Where are T.J. Hockenson and Trey McBride being drafted?
Trey McBride has an ADP around pick 25 (round 3), while T.J. Hockenson goes closer to pick 165 (round 14).
Who is ranked higher, T.J. Hockenson or Trey McBride?
Expert consensus ranks Trey McBride (TE1) ahead of T.J. Hockenson (TE21) for 2026.
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