Deebo Samuel Sr. vs Xavier Worthy
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
Xavier Worthy- Higher projection: 162 vs 156 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 131 vs 140
- More opportunity: 81% snap share, 4 red-zone touches
Deebo Samuel Sr. and Xavier Worthy are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Xavier Worthy holds the edge in expert consensus (WR54 to WR55). Deebo Samuel Sr. typically comes off the board first, around pick 130 (round 11) to Xavier Worthy's pick 134. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Xavier Worthy at 162 PPR points (9.5 per game) versus Deebo Samuel Sr. at 156.
Last season Xavier Worthy carried the heavier workload (81% snap share, 35 touches to Deebo Samuel Sr.'s 29), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Xavier Worthy is the younger option (age 23), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Xavier Worthy is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Sr. | Worthy |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 156 | 162 |
| Points / game | 12.1 | 8.6 |
| Games played | 5 | 6 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #140 | #131 |
| ADP | 130 | 134 |
| Scoring rank (season) | WR41 | WR52 |
| Snap share | 57% | 81% |
| Red-zone touches | 5 | 4 |
| Age | 30 | 23 |
| Bye week | 8 | 5 |
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 Xavier Worthy.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Deebo Samuel Sr. or Xavier Worthy in 2026?
Xavier Worthy is a clear call over Deebo Samuel Sr. for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Deebo Samuel Sr. or Xavier Worthy?
Xavier Worthy carries the higher 2026 projection at 162 PPR points (9.5 per game), compared with 156 for Deebo Samuel Sr..
Where are Deebo Samuel Sr. and Xavier Worthy being drafted?
Deebo Samuel Sr. has an ADP around pick 130 (round 11), while Xavier Worthy goes closer to pick 134 (round 12).
Who is ranked higher, Deebo Samuel Sr. or Xavier Worthy?
Expert consensus ranks Xavier Worthy (WR54) ahead of Deebo Samuel Sr. (WR55) for 2026.
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