Head to head · TE · 2026
Colston Loveland vs George Kittle
Who should you draft in 2026 fantasy football? Our machine learning model's projections, value over replacement (VBD), and the draft market's lean, refreshed every morning.
The model's pick
Colston Loveland
The model takes Colston Loveland, and it isn't close: 29.2 points of value over replacement separate them (23.5 vs -5.6).
The draft market agrees: Colston Loveland goes first at ADP 45.8 vs 106.2 for George Kittle.
Health note: George Kittle carries an injury flag of PUP (Achilles), which is already reflected in his projection.
| Colston Loveland | George Kittle | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Team | CHI | SFO | |
| Overall rank | #52 | #83 | Loveland by 31 |
| Position rank | TE4 | TE7 | |
| Projected 2026 points (PPR) | 196.3 | 167.1 | Loveland +29.2 pts |
| Value over replacement (VBD) | 23.5 | -5.6 | Loveland +29.2 |
| Market ADP | 45.8 | 106.2 | Kittle +60.4 cheaper |
| Injury flag | None | PUP |
Should I draft Colston Loveland or George Kittle in 2026 fantasy football?
Colston Loveland. He projects 196.3 fantasy points with 23.5 value over replacement, vs 167.1 points and -5.6 for George Kittle (TE, PPR).