A.J. Brown vs Terry McLaurin
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 214 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 11 vs 47
- More points per game: 14.7 vs 11.4
A.J. Brown and Terry McLaurin are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. A.J. Brown holds the edge in expert consensus (WR7 to WR23). A.J. Brown typically comes off the board first, around pick 17 (round 2) to Terry McLaurin's pick 55. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: A.J. Brown at 247 PPR points (14.5 per game) versus Terry McLaurin at 214.
Last season A.J. Brown carried the heavier workload (91% snap share, 121 touches to Terry McLaurin's 60), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. 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 | McLaurin |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 247 | 214 |
| Points / game | 14.7 | 11.4 |
| Games played | 15 | 10 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #11 | #47 |
| ADP | 17 | 55 |
| Positional rank | WR11 | WR56 |
| Snap share | 91% | 70% |
| Red-zone touches | 12 | 7 |
| Age | 29 | 30 |
| Bye week | 11 | 7 |
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 Terry McLaurin.
Frequently asked
Should I draft A.J. Brown or Terry McLaurin in 2026?
A.J. Brown is a clear call over Terry McLaurin for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, A.J. Brown or Terry McLaurin?
A.J. Brown carries the higher 2026 projection at 247 PPR points (14.5 per game), compared with 214 for Terry McLaurin.
Where are A.J. Brown and Terry McLaurin being drafted?
A.J. Brown has an ADP around pick 17 (round 2), while Terry McLaurin goes closer to pick 55 (round 5).
Who is ranked higher, A.J. Brown or Terry McLaurin?
Expert consensus ranks A.J. Brown (WR7) ahead of Terry McLaurin (WR23) for 2026.
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