Devaughn Vele vs Troy Franklin
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 66 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 228 vs 242
- More points per game: 12.3 vs 1.7
Devaughn Vele and Troy Franklin are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Devaughn Vele holds the edge in expert consensus (WR83 to WR87). Devaughn Vele typically comes off the board first, around pick 240 (round 20) to Troy Franklin's pick 242. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Devaughn Vele at 111 PPR points (6.5 per game) versus Troy Franklin at 66.
Last season Devaughn Vele carried the heavier workload (91% snap share, 48 touches to Troy Franklin's 10), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Troy Franklin is the younger option (age 23), 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 an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Vele | Franklin |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 111 | 66 |
| Points / game | 12.3 | 1.7 |
| Games played | 7 | 7 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #228 | #242 |
| ADP | 240 | 242 |
| Scoring rank (season) | WR20 | WR111 |
| Snap share | 91% | 39% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 2 |
| Age | 28 | 23 |
| 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 Troy Franklin.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Devaughn Vele or Troy Franklin in 2026?
Devaughn Vele is a clear call over Troy Franklin for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Devaughn Vele or Troy Franklin?
Devaughn Vele carries the higher 2026 projection at 111 PPR points (6.5 per game), compared with 66 for Troy Franklin.
Where are Devaughn Vele and Troy Franklin being drafted?
Devaughn Vele has an ADP around pick 240 (round 20), while Troy Franklin goes closer to pick 242 (round 21).
Who is ranked higher, Devaughn Vele or Troy Franklin?
Expert consensus ranks Devaughn Vele (WR83) ahead of Troy Franklin (WR87) for 2026.
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