Will Kacmarek vs Zach Ertz
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
Slight lean · 56% confident
Will Kacmarek- Higher projection: 62 vs 37 pts
- More opportunity: 42% snap share
- More durable: 4 games vs 2 last season
Will Kacmarek and Zach Ertz are a common 2026 draft-day decision at tight end. Zach Ertz holds the edge in expert consensus (TE64 to TE68). The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Will Kacmarek at 62 PPR points (3.6 per game) versus Zach Ertz at 37.
Last season Zach Ertz carried the heavier workload (29% snap share, 6 touches to Will Kacmarek's 4), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Will Kacmarek is the younger option (age 23), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Will Kacmarek is the narrow pick on the higher projection and more room to grow.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Kacmarek | Ertz |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 62 | 37 |
| Points / game | 1.0 | 2.6 |
| Games played | 4 | 2 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #467 | #450 |
| Scoring rank (season) | TE57 | TE53 |
| Snap share | 42% | 29% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 1 |
| Age | 23 | 35 |
| Bye week | 6 | 10 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Will Kacmarek or Zach Ertz.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Will Kacmarek or Zach Ertz in 2026?
Will Kacmarek is a slight lean over Zach Ertz for 2026, on the higher projection and more room to grow.
Who is projected to score more, Will Kacmarek or Zach Ertz?
Will Kacmarek carries the higher 2026 projection at 62 PPR points (3.6 per game), compared with 37 for Zach Ertz.
Who is ranked higher, Will Kacmarek or Zach Ertz?
Expert consensus ranks Zach Ertz (TE64) ahead of Will Kacmarek (TE68) for 2026.
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