A.J. Brown vs Ladd McConkey
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 · 86% confident
Ladd McConkey- Higher projection: 228 vs 167 pts
- More points per game: 7.8 vs 6.4
- Better scoring rank so far: WR64 vs WR96
A.J. Brown and Ladd McConkey are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. A.J. Brown holds the edge in expert consensus (WR7 to WR18). A.J. Brown typically comes off the board first, around pick 17 (round 2) to Ladd McConkey's pick 36. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Ladd McConkey at 228 PPR points (13.4 per game) versus A.J. Brown at 167.
Last season A.J. Brown carried the heavier workload (68% snap share, 20 touches to Ladd McConkey's 18), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Ladd McConkey is the younger option (age 24), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Ladd McConkey is the clear pick on the higher projection and more room to grow.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Brown | McConkey |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 167 | 228 |
| Points / game | 6.4 | 7.8 |
| Games played | 3 | 5 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #11 | #34 |
| ADP | 17 | 36 |
| Scoring rank (season) | WR96 | WR64 |
| Snap share | 68% | 38% |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | 2 |
| Age | 29 | 24 |
| Bye week | 11 | 7 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: A.J. Brown or Ladd McConkey.
Frequently asked
Should I draft A.J. Brown or Ladd McConkey in 2026?
Ladd McConkey is a clear call over A.J. Brown for 2026, on the higher projection and more room to grow.
Who is projected to score more, A.J. Brown or Ladd McConkey?
Ladd McConkey carries the higher 2026 projection at 228 PPR points (13.4 per game), compared with 167 for A.J. Brown.
Where are A.J. Brown and Ladd McConkey being drafted?
A.J. Brown has an ADP around pick 17 (round 2), while Ladd McConkey goes closer to pick 36 (round 3).
Who is ranked higher, A.J. Brown or Ladd McConkey?
Expert consensus ranks A.J. Brown (WR7) ahead of Ladd McConkey (WR18) for 2026.
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