Deebo Samuel vs Isaac TeSlaa
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- Higher projection: 144 vs 105 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 190 vs 192
- More points per game: 11.8 vs 4.5
Deebo Samuel and Isaac TeSlaa are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Deebo Samuel holds the edge in expert consensus (WR72 to WR73). Deebo Samuel typically comes off the board first, around pick 164 (round 14) to Isaac TeSlaa's pick 199. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Deebo Samuel at 144 PPR points (8.5 per game) versus Isaac TeSlaa at 105.
Last season Deebo Samuel carried the heavier workload (72% snap share, 116 touches to Isaac TeSlaa's 27), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Isaac TeSlaa is the younger option (age 24), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Deebo Samuel is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Samuel | TeSlaa |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 144 | 105 |
| Points / game | 11.8 | 4.5 |
| Games played | 16 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #190 | #192 |
| ADP | 164 | 199 |
| Positional rank | WR24 | WR79 |
| Snap share | 72% | 38% |
| Red-zone touches | 15 | 10 |
| Age | 30 | 24 |
| Bye week | - | 6 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Deebo Samuel or Isaac TeSlaa.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Deebo Samuel or Isaac TeSlaa in 2026?
Deebo Samuel is a clear call over Isaac TeSlaa for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Deebo Samuel or Isaac TeSlaa?
Deebo Samuel carries the higher 2026 projection at 144 PPR points (8.5 per game), compared with 105 for Isaac TeSlaa.
Where are Deebo Samuel and Isaac TeSlaa being drafted?
Deebo Samuel has an ADP around pick 164 (round 14), while Isaac TeSlaa goes closer to pick 199 (round 17).
Who is ranked higher, Deebo Samuel or Isaac TeSlaa?
Expert consensus ranks Deebo Samuel (WR72) ahead of Isaac TeSlaa (WR73) for 2026.
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