Sam LaPorta 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 call
This one is a coin flip. The model leans Sam LaPorta by 2.3 points of value over replacement (-11.2 vs -13.5), close enough that your roster build should break the tie.
The draft market agrees: Sam LaPorta goes first at ADP 106.7 vs 116.7 for George Kittle.
Health note: Sam LaPorta carries an injury flag of Questionable (Hip), which is already reflected in his projection.
Health note: George Kittle carries an injury flag of Questionable (Achilles), which is already reflected in his projection.
| Sam LaPortaDET | George KittleSFO | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Projected 2026 points (PPR) | 161.5 | 159.2 | LaPorta +2.3 pts |
| Points per game | 9.5 | 9.4 | |
| Value over replacement (VBD) | -11.2 | -13.5 | LaPorta +2.3 |
| Overall rank | #91 | #95 | LaPorta by 4 |
| Position rank | TE8 | TE9 | |
| Market ADP | 106.7 | 116.7 | Kittle +10.0 cheaper |
| Typical round (12-team) | Rd 9 | Rd 10 | |
| Bye week | 6 | 8 | |
| Injury flag | Questionable | Questionable |
Should I draft Sam LaPorta or George Kittle in 2026 fantasy football?
Sam LaPorta. He projects 161.5 fantasy points with -11.2 value over replacement, vs 159.2 points and -13.5 for George Kittle (TE, PPR). It's close enough to let roster needs decide.