Deebo Samuel Sr. vs Denzel Boston
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
Deebo Samuel Sr.- Higher projection: 156 vs 135 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 140 vs 146
- More points per game: 12.1 vs 11.0
Deebo Samuel Sr. and Denzel Boston are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Deebo Samuel Sr. holds the edge in expert consensus (WR55 to WR58). Deebo Samuel Sr. typically comes off the board first, around pick 130 (round 11) to Denzel Boston's pick 169. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Deebo Samuel Sr. at 156 PPR points (9.2 per game) versus Denzel Boston at 135.
Last season Denzel Boston carried the heavier workload (92% snap share, 42 touches to Deebo Samuel Sr.'s 29), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Denzel Boston is the younger option (age 22), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Deebo Samuel Sr. is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Sr. | Boston |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 156 | 135 |
| Points / game | 12.1 | 11.0 |
| Games played | 5 | 7 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #140 | #146 |
| ADP | 130 | 169 |
| Scoring rank (season) | WR41 | WR25 |
| Snap share | 57% | 92% |
| Red-zone touches | 5 | 5 |
| Age | 30 | 22 |
| Bye week | 8 | 11 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Deebo Samuel Sr. or Denzel Boston.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Deebo Samuel Sr. or Denzel Boston in 2026?
Deebo Samuel Sr. is a clear call over Denzel Boston for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Deebo Samuel Sr. or Denzel Boston?
Deebo Samuel Sr. carries the higher 2026 projection at 156 PPR points (9.2 per game), compared with 135 for Denzel Boston.
Where are Deebo Samuel Sr. and Denzel Boston being drafted?
Deebo Samuel Sr. has an ADP around pick 130 (round 11), while Denzel Boston goes closer to pick 169 (round 15).
Who is ranked higher, Deebo Samuel Sr. or Denzel Boston?
Expert consensus ranks Deebo Samuel Sr. (WR55) ahead of Denzel Boston (WR58) for 2026.
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