CeeDee Lamb vs Malik Nabers
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
CeeDee Lamb- Higher projection: 271 vs 237 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 9 vs 22
- More points per game: 14.4 vs 14.3
CeeDee Lamb and Malik Nabers are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. CeeDee Lamb holds the edge in expert consensus (WR6 to WR13). CeeDee Lamb typically comes off the board first, around pick 11 (round 1) to Malik Nabers's pick 26. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: CeeDee Lamb at 271 PPR points (15.9 per game) versus Malik Nabers at 237.
Last season CeeDee Lamb carried the heavier workload (75% snap share, 118 touches to Malik Nabers's 35), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Malik Nabers is the younger option (age 23), 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 | Nabers |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 271 | 237 |
| Points / game | 14.4 | 14.3 |
| Games played | 14 | 4 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #9 | #22 |
| ADP | 11 | 26 |
| Positional rank | WR22 | WR96 |
| Snap share | 75% | 78% |
| Red-zone touches | 17 | 3 |
| Age | 27 | 23 |
| Bye week | 14 | 8 |
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 Malik Nabers.
Frequently asked
Should I draft CeeDee Lamb or Malik Nabers in 2026?
CeeDee Lamb is a clear call over Malik Nabers for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, CeeDee Lamb or Malik Nabers?
CeeDee Lamb carries the higher 2026 projection at 271 PPR points (15.9 per game), compared with 237 for Malik Nabers.
Where are CeeDee Lamb and Malik Nabers being drafted?
CeeDee Lamb has an ADP around pick 11 (round 1), while Malik Nabers goes closer to pick 26 (round 3).
Who is ranked higher, CeeDee Lamb or Malik Nabers?
Expert consensus ranks CeeDee Lamb (WR6) ahead of Malik Nabers (WR13) for 2026.
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