Darnell Mooney 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 73 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 223 vs 230
- More points per game: 7.2 vs 3.4
Darnell Mooney and Rashod Bateman are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Rashod Bateman holds the edge in expert consensus (WR81 to WR85). Rashod Bateman typically comes off the board first, around pick 233 (round 20) to Darnell Mooney's pick 249. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Rashod Bateman at 102 PPR points (6.0 per game) versus Darnell Mooney at 73.
Last season Rashod Bateman carried the heavier workload (70% snap share, 26 touches to Darnell Mooney's 25), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Rashod Bateman is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Mooney | Bateman |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 73 | 102 |
| Points / game | 3.4 | 7.2 |
| Games played | 7 | 7 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #230 | #223 |
| ADP | 249 | 233 |
| Scoring rank (season) | WR91 | WR53 |
| Snap share | 55% | 70% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 3 |
| Age | 28 | 26 |
| Bye week | 8 | 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: Darnell Mooney or Rashod Bateman.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Darnell Mooney or Rashod Bateman in 2026?
Rashod Bateman is a clear call over Darnell Mooney for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Darnell Mooney or Rashod Bateman?
Rashod Bateman carries the higher 2026 projection at 102 PPR points (6.0 per game), compared with 73 for Darnell Mooney.
Where are Darnell Mooney and Rashod Bateman being drafted?
Rashod Bateman has an ADP around pick 233 (round 20), while Darnell Mooney goes closer to pick 249 (round 21).
Who is ranked higher, Darnell Mooney or Rashod Bateman?
Expert consensus ranks Rashod Bateman (WR81) ahead of Darnell Mooney (WR85) for 2026.
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