Chris Bell vs Malik Washington
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
Malik Washington- Higher projection: 131 vs 67 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 183 vs 201
- Market favorite: ADP 175.8 vs 240.9
Chris Bell and Malik Washington are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Malik Washington holds the edge in expert consensus (WR72 to WR75). Malik Washington typically comes off the board first, around pick 176 (round 15) to Chris Bell's pick 241. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Malik Washington at 131 PPR points (7.7 per game) versus Chris Bell at 67.
Chris Bell is the younger option (age 22), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Malik Washington is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Bell | Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 67 | 131 |
| Points / game | - | 6.9 |
| Games played | - | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #201 | #183 |
| ADP | 241 | 176 |
| Positional rank | - | WR54 |
| Snap share | - | 56% |
| Red-zone touches | - | 14 |
| Age | 22 | 25 |
| Bye week | 6 | 6 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Chris Bell or Malik Washington.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Chris Bell or Malik Washington in 2026?
Malik Washington is a clear call over Chris Bell for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Chris Bell or Malik Washington?
Malik Washington carries the higher 2026 projection at 131 PPR points (7.7 per game), compared with 67 for Chris Bell.
Where are Chris Bell and Malik Washington being drafted?
Malik Washington has an ADP around pick 176 (round 15), while Chris Bell goes closer to pick 241 (round 21).
Who is ranked higher, Chris Bell or Malik Washington?
Expert consensus ranks Malik Washington (WR72) ahead of Chris Bell (WR75) for 2026.
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