DJ Moore vs Ja'Marr Chase
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
Ja'Marr Chase- Higher projection: 311 vs 179 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 1 vs 48
- More points per game: 19.6 vs 10.0
DJ Moore and Ja'Marr Chase are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Ja'Marr Chase holds the edge in expert consensus (WR1 to WR24). Ja'Marr Chase typically comes off the board first, around pick 4 (round 1) to DJ Moore's pick 53. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Ja'Marr Chase at 311 PPR points (18.3 per game) versus DJ Moore at 179.
Last season Ja'Marr Chase carried the heavier workload (94% snap share, 188 touches to DJ Moore's 100), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Ja'Marr Chase is the younger option (age 26), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Ja'Marr Chase is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Moore | Chase |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 179 | 311 |
| Points / game | 10.0 | 19.6 |
| Games played | 17 | 16 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #48 | #1 |
| ADP | 53 | 4 |
| Positional rank | WR35 | WR4 |
| Snap share | 85% | 94% |
| Red-zone touches | 13 | 21 |
| Age | 29 | 26 |
| Bye week | 7 | 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: DJ Moore or Ja'Marr Chase.
Frequently asked
Should I draft DJ Moore or Ja'Marr Chase in 2026?
Ja'Marr Chase is a clear call over DJ Moore for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, DJ Moore or Ja'Marr Chase?
Ja'Marr Chase carries the higher 2026 projection at 311 PPR points (18.3 per game), compared with 179 for DJ Moore.
Where are DJ Moore and Ja'Marr Chase being drafted?
Ja'Marr Chase has an ADP around pick 4 (round 1), while DJ Moore goes closer to pick 53 (round 5).
Who is ranked higher, DJ Moore or Ja'Marr Chase?
Expert consensus ranks Ja'Marr Chase (WR1) ahead of DJ Moore (WR24) for 2026.
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Verdict blends projections, usage, positional rank, consensus and health. Data via the Sleeper API and FantasyPros consensus, refreshed daily.