CeeDee Lamb 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
CeeDee Lamb- Higher projection: 271 vs 214 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 9 vs 47
- More points per game: 14.4 vs 11.4
CeeDee Lamb and Terry McLaurin are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. CeeDee Lamb holds the edge in expert consensus (WR6 to WR23). CeeDee Lamb typically comes off the board first, around pick 11 (round 1) to Terry McLaurin's pick 55. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: CeeDee Lamb at 271 PPR points (15.9 per game) versus Terry McLaurin at 214.
Last season CeeDee Lamb carried the heavier workload (75% snap share, 118 touches to Terry McLaurin's 60), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. CeeDee Lamb is the younger option (age 27), 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 | McLaurin |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 271 | 214 |
| Points / game | 14.4 | 11.4 |
| Games played | 14 | 10 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #9 | #47 |
| ADP | 11 | 55 |
| Positional rank | WR22 | WR56 |
| Snap share | 75% | 70% |
| Red-zone touches | 17 | 7 |
| Age | 27 | 30 |
| 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 Terry McLaurin.
Frequently asked
Should I draft CeeDee Lamb or Terry McLaurin in 2026?
CeeDee Lamb 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, CeeDee Lamb or Terry McLaurin?
CeeDee Lamb carries the higher 2026 projection at 271 PPR points (15.9 per game), compared with 214 for Terry McLaurin.
Where are CeeDee Lamb and Terry McLaurin being drafted?
CeeDee Lamb has an ADP around pick 11 (round 1), while Terry McLaurin goes closer to pick 55 (round 5).
Who is ranked higher, CeeDee Lamb or Terry McLaurin?
Expert consensus ranks CeeDee Lamb (WR6) ahead of Terry McLaurin (WR23) for 2026.
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