Devaughn Vele vs Ted Hurst 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 · 95% confident
Devaughn Vele- Higher projection: 111 vs 98 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 228 vs 246
- More points per game: 12.3 vs 4.8
Devaughn Vele and Ted Hurst III are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Devaughn Vele holds the edge in expert consensus (WR83 to WR88). Ted Hurst III typically comes off the board first, around pick 240 (round 20) to Devaughn Vele's pick 240. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Devaughn Vele at 111 PPR points (6.5 per game) versus Ted Hurst III at 98.
Last season Devaughn Vele carried the heavier workload (91% snap share, 48 touches to Ted Hurst III's 23), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Ted Hurst III is the younger option (age 22), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Devaughn Vele is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Vele | III |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 111 | 98 |
| Points / game | 12.3 | 4.8 |
| Games played | 7 | 7 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #228 | #246 |
| ADP | 240 | 240 |
| Scoring rank (season) | WR20 | WR76 |
| Snap share | 91% | 59% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 4 |
| Age | 28 | 22 |
| Bye week | 8 | 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: Devaughn Vele or Ted Hurst III.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Devaughn Vele or Ted Hurst III in 2026?
Devaughn Vele is a clear call over Ted Hurst III for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Devaughn Vele or Ted Hurst III?
Devaughn Vele carries the higher 2026 projection at 111 PPR points (6.5 per game), compared with 98 for Ted Hurst III.
Where are Devaughn Vele and Ted Hurst III being drafted?
Ted Hurst III has an ADP around pick 240 (round 20), while Devaughn Vele goes closer to pick 240 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Devaughn Vele or Ted Hurst III?
Expert consensus ranks Devaughn Vele (WR83) ahead of Ted Hurst III (WR88) for 2026.
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