Head to head · TE · 2026
Sam LaPorta vs Travis Kelce
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
Sam LaPorta
The model takes Sam LaPorta: a clear but modest edge of 9.6 points of value over replacement (-11.2 vs -20.9).
The draft market agrees: Sam LaPorta goes first at ADP 70.0 vs 97.8 for Travis Kelce.
Health note: Sam LaPorta carries an injury flag — Questionable (Back) — which is already reflected in his projection.
| Sam LaPorta | Travis Kelce | |
|---|---|---|
| Team | DET | KAN |
| Overall rank | #89 | #103 |
| Position rank | TE8 | TE10 |
| Projected 2026 points (PPR) | 161.5 | 151.9 |
| Value over replacement (VBD) | -11.2 | -20.9 |
| Market ADP | 70.0 | 97.8 |
| Injury flag | Questionable | — |
Should I draft Sam LaPorta or Travis Kelce in 2026 fantasy football?
Sam LaPorta. He projects 161.5 fantasy points with -11.2 value over replacement, vs 151.9 points and -20.9 for Travis Kelce (TE, PPR).