Theo Johnson 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 77 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 17 vs 287
- More points per game: 24.5 vs 1.9
Theo Johnson and Trey McBride are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Trey McBride holds the edge in expert consensus (TE1 to TE34). Trey McBride typically comes off the board first, around pick 25 (round 3) to Theo Johnson's pick 232. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Trey McBride at 235 PPR points (13.8 per game) versus Theo Johnson at 77.
Last season Trey McBride carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 13 touches to Theo Johnson's 1), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. 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 | Johnson | McBride |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 77 | 235 |
| Points / game | 1.9 | 24.5 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #287 | #17 |
| ADP | 232 | 25 |
| Positional rank | TE46 | TE2 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 4 |
| Age | 25 | 26 |
| Bye week | 8 | 14 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Theo Johnson or Trey McBride.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Theo Johnson or Trey McBride in 2026?
Trey McBride is a clear call over Theo Johnson for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Theo Johnson or Trey McBride?
Trey McBride carries the higher 2026 projection at 235 PPR points (13.8 per game), compared with 77 for Theo Johnson.
Where are Theo Johnson and Trey McBride being drafted?
Trey McBride has an ADP around pick 25 (round 3), while Theo Johnson goes closer to pick 232 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Theo Johnson or Trey McBride?
Expert consensus ranks Trey McBride (TE1) ahead of Theo Johnson (TE34) for 2026.
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