Brian Thomas Jr. vs Michael Pittman Jr.
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
Brian Thomas Jr.- Higher projection: 195 vs 171 pts
- Better scoring rank so far: WR88 vs WR99
- Healthier: no injury designation vs IR
Brian Thomas Jr. and Michael Pittman Jr. are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Michael Pittman Jr. holds the edge in expert consensus (WR35 to WR36). Brian Thomas Jr. typically comes off the board first, around pick 74 (round 7) to Michael Pittman Jr.'s pick 106. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Brian Thomas Jr. at 195 PPR points (11.5 per game) versus Michael Pittman Jr. at 171.
Last season Brian Thomas Jr. carried the heavier workload (43% snap share, 20 touches to Michael Pittman Jr.'s 12), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Brian Thomas Jr. is the younger option (age 24), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Brian Thomas Jr. is the clear pick on the higher projection, an earlier ADP and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Jr. | Jr. |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 195 | 171 |
| Points / game | 4.3 | 5.3 |
| Games played | 6 | 3 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #80 | #78 |
| ADP | 74 | 106 |
| Scoring rank (season) | WR88 | WR99 |
| Snap share | 43% | 78% |
| Red-zone touches | 3 | 0 |
| Age | 24 | 29 |
| Bye week | 7 | 9 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
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Frequently asked
Should I draft Brian Thomas Jr. or Michael Pittman Jr. in 2026?
Brian Thomas Jr. is a clear call over Michael Pittman Jr. for 2026, on the higher projection, an earlier ADP and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Brian Thomas Jr. or Michael Pittman Jr.?
Brian Thomas Jr. carries the higher 2026 projection at 195 PPR points (11.5 per game), compared with 171 for Michael Pittman Jr..
Where are Brian Thomas Jr. and Michael Pittman Jr. being drafted?
Brian Thomas Jr. has an ADP around pick 74 (round 7), while Michael Pittman Jr. goes closer to pick 106 (round 9).
Who is ranked higher, Brian Thomas Jr. or Michael Pittman Jr.?
Expert consensus ranks Michael Pittman Jr. (WR35) ahead of Brian Thomas Jr. (WR36) for 2026.
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Verdict blends projections, usage, positional rank, consensus and health. Data via the Sleeper API and FantasyPros consensus, refreshed daily.