De'Zhaun Stribling vs Makai Lemon
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
Makai Lemon- Higher projection: 169 vs 128 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 114 vs 120
- Healthier: no injury designation vs Out
De'Zhaun Stribling and Makai Lemon are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Makai Lemon holds the edge in expert consensus (WR48 to WR49). Makai Lemon typically comes off the board first, around pick 93 (round 8) to De'Zhaun Stribling's pick 138. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Makai Lemon at 169 PPR points (9.9 per game) versus De'Zhaun Stribling at 128.
For a 2026 redraft, Makai Lemon is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Stribling | Lemon |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 128 | 169 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #120 | #114 |
| ADP | 138 | 93 |
| Age | 23 | 22 |
| Bye week | 8 | 10 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: De'Zhaun Stribling or Makai Lemon.
Frequently asked
Should I draft De'Zhaun Stribling or Makai Lemon in 2026?
Makai Lemon is a clear call over De'Zhaun Stribling for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, De'Zhaun Stribling or Makai Lemon?
Makai Lemon carries the higher 2026 projection at 169 PPR points (9.9 per game), compared with 128 for De'Zhaun Stribling.
Where are De'Zhaun Stribling and Makai Lemon being drafted?
Makai Lemon has an ADP around pick 93 (round 8), while De'Zhaun Stribling goes closer to pick 138 (round 12).
Who is ranked higher, De'Zhaun Stribling or Makai Lemon?
Expert consensus ranks Makai Lemon (WR48) ahead of De'Zhaun Stribling (WR49) for 2026.
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