Davante Adams vs Luther Burden III
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 · 86% confident
Luther Burden III- Higher projection: 209 vs 193 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 46 vs 49
- Healthier: no injury designation vs IR
Davante Adams and Luther Burden III are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Luther Burden III holds the edge in expert consensus (WR22 to WR25). Davante Adams typically comes off the board first, around pick 50 (round 5) to Luther Burden III's pick 55. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Luther Burden III at 209 PPR points (12.3 per game) versus Davante Adams at 193.
Last season Luther Burden III carried the heavier workload (60% snap share, 55 touches to Davante Adams's 49), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Luther Burden III is the younger option (age 22), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Luther Burden III is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Adams | III |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 193 | 209 |
| Points / game | 17.0 | 13.9 |
| Games played | 6 | 7 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #49 | #46 |
| ADP | 50 | 55 |
| Scoring rank (season) | WR12 | WR17 |
| Snap share | 76% | 60% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 11 |
| Age | 33 | 22 |
| Bye week | 11 | 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: Davante Adams or Luther Burden III.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Davante Adams or Luther Burden III in 2026?
Luther Burden III is a clear call over Davante Adams for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Davante Adams or Luther Burden III?
Luther Burden III carries the higher 2026 projection at 209 PPR points (12.3 per game), compared with 193 for Davante Adams.
Where are Davante Adams and Luther Burden III being drafted?
Davante Adams has an ADP around pick 50 (round 5), while Luther Burden III goes closer to pick 55 (round 5).
Who is ranked higher, Davante Adams or Luther Burden III?
Expert consensus ranks Luther Burden III (WR22) ahead of Davante Adams (WR25) for 2026.
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