Tucker Kraft vs Sam LaPorta
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
The model takes Tucker Kraft: a clear but modest edge of 5.5 points of value over replacement (-5.7 vs -11.2).
The draft market agrees: Tucker Kraft goes first at ADP 100.4 vs 106.7 for Sam LaPorta.
Health note: Tucker Kraft carries an injury flag of Questionable (Knee - ACL), which is already reflected in his projection.
Health note: Sam LaPorta carries an injury flag of Questionable (Hip), which is already reflected in his projection.
| Tucker KraftGNB | Sam LaPortaDET | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Projected 2026 points (PPR) | 167.0 | 161.5 | Kraft +5.5 pts |
| Points per game | 9.8 | 9.5 | |
| Value over replacement (VBD) | -5.7 | -11.2 | Kraft +5.5 |
| Overall rank | #83 | #91 | Kraft by 8 |
| Position rank | TE7 | TE8 | |
| Market ADP | 100.4 | 106.7 | LaPorta +6.3 cheaper |
| Typical round (12-team) | Rd 9 | Rd 9 | |
| Bye week | 11 | 6 | |
| Injury flag | Questionable | Questionable |
Should I draft Tucker Kraft or Sam LaPorta in 2026 fantasy football?
Tucker Kraft. He projects 167.0 fantasy points with -5.7 value over replacement, vs 161.5 points and -11.2 for Sam LaPorta (TE, PPR).