Brian Thomas vs Carnell Tate
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
Clear edge · 68% confident
Brian Thomas- Higher projection: 195 vs 177 pts
Brian Thomas and Carnell Tate are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Carnell Tate holds the edge in expert consensus (WR32 to WR36). Carnell Tate typically comes off the board first, around pick 69 (round 6) to Brian Thomas's pick 74. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Brian Thomas at 195 PPR points (11.5 per game) versus Carnell Tate at 177.
For a 2026 redraft, Brian Thomas is the solid pick on the higher projection.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Thomas | Tate |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 195 | 177 |
| Points / game | 9.9 | - |
| Games played | 14 | - |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #80 | #67 |
| ADP | 74 | 69 |
| Positional rank | WR42 | - |
| Snap share | 79% | - |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | - |
| Age | 23 | 21 |
| Bye week | 7 | 9 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Brian Thomas or Carnell Tate.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Brian Thomas or Carnell Tate in 2026?
Brian Thomas is a solid pick over Carnell Tate for 2026, on the higher projection.
Who is projected to score more, Brian Thomas or Carnell Tate?
Brian Thomas carries the higher 2026 projection at 195 PPR points (11.5 per game), compared with 177 for Carnell Tate.
Where are Brian Thomas and Carnell Tate being drafted?
Carnell Tate has an ADP around pick 69 (round 6), while Brian Thomas goes closer to pick 74 (round 7).
Who is ranked higher, Brian Thomas or Carnell Tate?
Expert consensus ranks Carnell Tate (WR32) ahead of Brian Thomas (WR36) for 2026.
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