Darnell Mooney vs Troy Franklin
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
Darnell Mooney- Higher projection: 73 vs 66 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 230 vs 242
- More points per game: 3.4 vs 1.7
Darnell Mooney and Troy Franklin are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Darnell Mooney holds the edge in expert consensus (WR85 to WR87). Troy Franklin typically comes off the board first, around pick 242 (round 21) to Darnell Mooney's pick 249. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Darnell Mooney at 73 PPR points (4.3 per game) versus Troy Franklin at 66.
Last season Darnell Mooney carried the heavier workload (55% snap share, 25 touches to Troy Franklin's 10), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Troy Franklin is the younger option (age 23), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Darnell Mooney is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Mooney | Franklin |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 73 | 66 |
| Points / game | 3.4 | 1.7 |
| Games played | 7 | 7 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #230 | #242 |
| ADP | 249 | 242 |
| Scoring rank (season) | WR91 | WR111 |
| Snap share | 55% | 39% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 2 |
| Age | 28 | 23 |
| Bye week | 8 | 10 |
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 Troy Franklin.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Darnell Mooney or Troy Franklin in 2026?
Darnell Mooney is a clear call over Troy Franklin for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Darnell Mooney or Troy Franklin?
Darnell Mooney carries the higher 2026 projection at 73 PPR points (4.3 per game), compared with 66 for Troy Franklin.
Where are Darnell Mooney and Troy Franklin being drafted?
Troy Franklin has an ADP around pick 242 (round 21), while Darnell Mooney goes closer to pick 249 (round 21).
Who is ranked higher, Darnell Mooney or Troy Franklin?
Expert consensus ranks Darnell Mooney (WR85) ahead of Troy Franklin (WR87) for 2026.
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