DJ Moore vs Jaylen Waddle
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
Jaylen Waddle- Higher projection: 221 vs 179 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 33 vs 48
- More points per game: 12.1 vs 10.0
DJ Moore and Jaylen Waddle are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Jaylen Waddle holds the edge in expert consensus (WR17 to WR24). Jaylen Waddle typically comes off the board first, around pick 45 (round 4) to DJ Moore's pick 53. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Jaylen Waddle at 221 PPR points (13.0 per game) versus DJ Moore at 179.
Last season Jaylen Waddle carried the heavier workload (78% snap share, 102 touches to DJ Moore's 100), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Jaylen Waddle is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Moore | Waddle |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 179 | 221 |
| Points / game | 10.0 | 12.1 |
| Games played | 17 | 16 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #48 | #33 |
| ADP | 53 | 45 |
| Positional rank | WR35 | WR24 |
| Snap share | 85% | 78% |
| Red-zone touches | 13 | 11 |
| Age | 29 | 27 |
| Bye week | 7 | 10 |
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 Jaylen Waddle.
Frequently asked
Should I draft DJ Moore or Jaylen Waddle in 2026?
Jaylen Waddle 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 Jaylen Waddle?
Jaylen Waddle carries the higher 2026 projection at 221 PPR points (13.0 per game), compared with 179 for DJ Moore.
Where are DJ Moore and Jaylen Waddle being drafted?
Jaylen Waddle has an ADP around pick 45 (round 4), while DJ Moore goes closer to pick 53 (round 5).
Who is ranked higher, DJ Moore or Jaylen Waddle?
Expert consensus ranks Jaylen Waddle (WR17) ahead of DJ Moore (WR24) for 2026.
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