Cooper Kupp vs Rashod Bateman
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
Rashod Bateman- Higher projection: 102 vs 86 pts
- More points per game: 7.2 vs 6.3
- More opportunity: 70% snap share, 3 red-zone touches
Cooper Kupp and Rashod Bateman are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Cooper Kupp holds the edge in expert consensus (WR79 to WR81). Cooper Kupp typically comes off the board first, around pick 195 (round 17) to Rashod Bateman's pick 233. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Rashod Bateman at 102 PPR points (6.0 per game) versus Cooper Kupp at 86.
Last season Cooper Kupp carried the heavier workload (69% snap share, 27 touches to Rashod Bateman's 26), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Rashod Bateman is the younger option (age 26), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Rashod Bateman is the clear pick on the higher projection and more room to grow.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Kupp | Bateman |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 86 | 102 |
| Points / game | 6.3 | 7.2 |
| Games played | 7 | 7 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #219 | #223 |
| ADP | 195 | 233 |
| Scoring rank (season) | WR61 | WR53 |
| Snap share | 69% | 70% |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | 3 |
| Age | 33 | 26 |
| Bye week | 11 | 13 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Cooper Kupp or Rashod Bateman.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Cooper Kupp or Rashod Bateman in 2026?
Rashod Bateman is a clear call over Cooper Kupp for 2026, on the higher projection and more room to grow.
Who is projected to score more, Cooper Kupp or Rashod Bateman?
Rashod Bateman carries the higher 2026 projection at 102 PPR points (6.0 per game), compared with 86 for Cooper Kupp.
Where are Cooper Kupp and Rashod Bateman being drafted?
Cooper Kupp has an ADP around pick 195 (round 17), while Rashod Bateman goes closer to pick 233 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Cooper Kupp or Rashod Bateman?
Expert consensus ranks Cooper Kupp (WR79) ahead of Rashod Bateman (WR81) for 2026.
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