T.J. Hockenson vs Tyler Warren
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
Tyler Warren- Higher projection: 201 vs 155 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 50 vs 177
- More points per game: 11.1 vs 7.5
T.J. Hockenson and Tyler Warren are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Tyler Warren holds the edge in expert consensus (TE4 to TE21). Tyler Warren typically comes off the board first, around pick 49 (round 5) to T.J. Hockenson's pick 165. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Tyler Warren at 201 PPR points (11.8 per game) versus T.J. Hockenson at 155.
Last season Tyler Warren carried the heavier workload (84% snap share, 118 touches to T.J. Hockenson's 67), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Tyler Warren is the younger option (age 24), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Tyler Warren is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Hockenson | Warren |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 155 | 201 |
| Points / game | 7.5 | 11.1 |
| Games played | 15 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #177 | #50 |
| ADP | 165 | 49 |
| Positional rank | TE25 | TE4 |
| Snap share | 79% | 84% |
| Red-zone touches | 12 | 23 |
| Age | 29 | 24 |
| Bye week | 6 | 13 |
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 Tyler Warren.
Frequently asked
Should I draft T.J. Hockenson or Tyler Warren in 2026?
Tyler Warren 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 Tyler Warren?
Tyler Warren carries the higher 2026 projection at 201 PPR points (11.8 per game), compared with 155 for T.J. Hockenson.
Where are T.J. Hockenson and Tyler Warren being drafted?
Tyler Warren has an ADP around pick 49 (round 5), while T.J. Hockenson goes closer to pick 165 (round 14).
Who is ranked higher, T.J. Hockenson or Tyler Warren?
Expert consensus ranks Tyler Warren (TE4) ahead of T.J. Hockenson (TE21) for 2026.
More comparisons
Verdict blends projections, usage, positional rank, consensus and health. Data via the Sleeper API and FantasyPros consensus, refreshed daily.