A.J. Brown vs Garrett Wilson
Two wide receivers fantasy managers weigh against each other for 2026. Here is the head-to-head on projections, expert consensus, ADP and usage, with our Clutch Score verdict on who to draft.
Who to draft
Strong edge · 95% confident
A.J. Brown- Higher projection: 247 vs 225 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 11 vs 29
- More points per game: 14.7 vs 14.2
A.J. Brown and Garrett Wilson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. A.J. Brown holds the edge in expert consensus (WR7 to WR16). A.J. Brown typically comes off the board first, around pick 17 (round 2) to Garrett Wilson's pick 44. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: A.J. Brown at 247 PPR points (14.5 per game) versus Garrett Wilson at 225.
Last season A.J. Brown carried the heavier workload (91% snap share, 121 touches to Garrett Wilson's 59), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Garrett Wilson is the younger option (age 26), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, A.J. Brown is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Brown | Wilson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 247 | 225 |
| Points / game | 14.7 | 14.2 |
| Games played | 15 | 7 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #11 | #29 |
| ADP | 17 | 44 |
| Positional rank | WR11 | WR62 |
| Snap share | 91% | 89% |
| Red-zone touches | 12 | 2 |
| Age | 29 | 26 |
| Bye week | 11 | 13 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: A.J. Brown or Garrett Wilson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft A.J. Brown or Garrett Wilson in 2026?
A.J. Brown is a clear call over Garrett Wilson for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, A.J. Brown or Garrett Wilson?
A.J. Brown carries the higher 2026 projection at 247 PPR points (14.5 per game), compared with 225 for Garrett Wilson.
Where are A.J. Brown and Garrett Wilson being drafted?
A.J. Brown has an ADP around pick 17 (round 2), while Garrett Wilson goes closer to pick 44 (round 4).
Who is ranked higher, A.J. Brown or Garrett Wilson?
Expert consensus ranks A.J. Brown (WR7) ahead of Garrett Wilson (WR16) for 2026.
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