Garrett Wilson 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
Garrett Wilson- Higher projection: 225 vs 221 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 29 vs 33
- More points per game: 14.2 vs 12.1
Garrett Wilson and Jaylen Waddle are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Garrett Wilson holds the edge in expert consensus (WR16 to WR17). Garrett Wilson typically comes off the board first, around pick 44 (round 4) to Jaylen Waddle's pick 45. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Garrett Wilson at 225 PPR points (13.2 per game) versus Jaylen Waddle at 221.
Last season Jaylen Waddle carried the heavier workload (78% snap share, 102 touches to Garrett Wilson's 59), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Garrett Wilson is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Wilson | Waddle |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 225 | 221 |
| Points / game | 14.2 | 12.1 |
| Games played | 7 | 16 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #29 | #33 |
| ADP | 44 | 45 |
| Positional rank | WR62 | WR24 |
| Snap share | 89% | 78% |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | 11 |
| Age | 26 | 27 |
| Bye week | 13 | 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: Garrett Wilson or Jaylen Waddle.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Garrett Wilson or Jaylen Waddle in 2026?
Garrett Wilson is a clear call over Jaylen Waddle for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Garrett Wilson or Jaylen Waddle?
Garrett Wilson carries the higher 2026 projection at 225 PPR points (13.2 per game), compared with 221 for Jaylen Waddle.
Where are Garrett Wilson and Jaylen Waddle being drafted?
Garrett Wilson has an ADP around pick 44 (round 4), while Jaylen Waddle goes closer to pick 45 (round 4).
Who is ranked higher, Garrett Wilson or Jaylen Waddle?
Expert consensus ranks Garrett Wilson (WR16) ahead of Jaylen Waddle (WR17) for 2026.
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