Garrett Wilson vs Luther Burden
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 209 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 29 vs 46
- More points per game: 14.2 vs 8.5
Garrett Wilson and Luther Burden are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Garrett Wilson holds the edge in expert consensus (WR16 to WR22). Garrett Wilson typically comes off the board first, around pick 44 (round 4) to Luther Burden's pick 56. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Garrett Wilson at 225 PPR points (13.2 per game) versus Luther Burden at 209.
Last season Luther Burden carried the heavier workload (39% snap share, 66 touches to Garrett Wilson's 59), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Luther Burden is the younger option (age 22), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. 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 | Burden |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 225 | 209 |
| Points / game | 14.2 | 8.5 |
| Games played | 7 | 15 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #29 | #46 |
| ADP | 44 | 56 |
| Positional rank | WR62 | WR48 |
| Snap share | 89% | 39% |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | 4 |
| Age | 26 | 22 |
| 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 Luther Burden.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Garrett Wilson or Luther Burden in 2026?
Garrett Wilson is a clear call over Luther Burden for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Garrett Wilson or Luther Burden?
Garrett Wilson carries the higher 2026 projection at 225 PPR points (13.2 per game), compared with 209 for Luther Burden.
Where are Garrett Wilson and Luther Burden being drafted?
Garrett Wilson has an ADP around pick 44 (round 4), while Luther Burden goes closer to pick 56 (round 5).
Who is ranked higher, Garrett Wilson or Luther Burden?
Expert consensus ranks Garrett Wilson (WR16) ahead of Luther Burden (WR22) for 2026.
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