T.J. Hockenson vs Tucker Kraft
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
Tucker Kraft- Higher projection: 174 vs 155 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 79 vs 177
- More points per game: 14.7 vs 7.5
T.J. Hockenson and Tucker Kraft are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Tucker Kraft holds the edge in expert consensus (TE7 to TE21). Tucker Kraft typically comes off the board first, around pick 65 (round 6) to T.J. Hockenson's pick 165. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Tucker Kraft at 174 PPR points (10.3 per game) versus T.J. Hockenson at 155.
Last season T.J. Hockenson carried the heavier workload (79% snap share, 67 touches to Tucker Kraft's 45), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Tucker Kraft is the younger option (age 25), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Tucker Kraft is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Hockenson | Kraft |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 155 | 174 |
| Points / game | 7.5 | 14.7 |
| Games played | 15 | 8 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #177 | #79 |
| ADP | 165 | 65 |
| Positional rank | TE25 | TE23 |
| Snap share | 79% | 86% |
| Red-zone touches | 12 | 12 |
| Age | 29 | 25 |
| Bye week | 6 | 11 |
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 Tucker Kraft.
Frequently asked
Should I draft T.J. Hockenson or Tucker Kraft in 2026?
Tucker Kraft 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 Tucker Kraft?
Tucker Kraft carries the higher 2026 projection at 174 PPR points (10.3 per game), compared with 155 for T.J. Hockenson.
Where are T.J. Hockenson and Tucker Kraft being drafted?
Tucker Kraft has an ADP around pick 65 (round 6), while T.J. Hockenson goes closer to pick 165 (round 14).
Who is ranked higher, T.J. Hockenson or Tucker Kraft?
Expert consensus ranks Tucker Kraft (TE7) ahead of T.J. Hockenson (TE21) for 2026.
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