Head to head · TE · 2026
Pat Freiermuth vs Jonnu Smith
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
Pat Freiermuth
This one is a coin flip. The model leans Pat Freiermuth by 2.0 points of value over replacement (-80.3 vs -82.3), close enough that your roster build should break the tie.
The draft market hasn't priced this matchup yet, so treat it as a pure model call.
| Pat Freiermuth | Jonnu Smith | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Team | PIT | PIT | |
| Overall rank | #180 | #183 | Freiermuth by 3 |
| Position rank | TE26 | TE27 | |
| Projected 2026 points (PPR) | 92.4 | 90.4 | Freiermuth +2.0 pts |
| Value over replacement (VBD) | -80.3 | -82.3 | Freiermuth +2.0 |
| Market ADP | N/A | N/A |
Should I draft Pat Freiermuth or Jonnu Smith in 2026 fantasy football?
Pat Freiermuth. He projects 92.4 fantasy points with -80.3 value over replacement, vs 90.4 points and -82.3 for Jonnu Smith (TE, PPR). It's close enough to let roster needs decide.