CeeDee Lamb 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 · 95% confident- Higher projection: 271 vs 228 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 9 vs 34
- More points per game: 14.4 vs 11.3
CeeDee Lamb and Ladd McConkey are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. CeeDee Lamb holds the edge in expert consensus (WR6 to WR18). CeeDee Lamb typically comes off the board first, around pick 11 (round 1) to Ladd McConkey's pick 35. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: CeeDee Lamb at 271 PPR points (15.9 per game) versus Ladd McConkey at 228.
Last season CeeDee Lamb carried the heavier workload (75% snap share, 118 touches to Ladd McConkey's 106), 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, CeeDee Lamb is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Lamb | McConkey |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 271 | 228 |
| Points / game | 14.4 | 11.3 |
| Games played | 14 | 16 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #9 | #34 |
| ADP | 11 | 35 |
| Positional rank | WR22 | WR30 |
| Snap share | 75% | 78% |
| Red-zone touches | 17 | 14 |
| Age | 27 | 24 |
| Bye week | 14 | 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: CeeDee Lamb or Ladd McConkey.
Frequently asked
Should I draft CeeDee Lamb or Ladd McConkey in 2026?
CeeDee Lamb is a clear call over Ladd McConkey for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, CeeDee Lamb or Ladd McConkey?
CeeDee Lamb carries the higher 2026 projection at 271 PPR points (15.9 per game), compared with 228 for Ladd McConkey.
Where are CeeDee Lamb and Ladd McConkey being drafted?
CeeDee Lamb has an ADP around pick 11 (round 1), while Ladd McConkey goes closer to pick 35 (round 3).
Who is ranked higher, CeeDee Lamb or Ladd McConkey?
Expert consensus ranks CeeDee Lamb (WR6) ahead of Ladd McConkey (WR18) for 2026.
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