Garrett Wilson vs Nico Collins
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
Nico Collins- Higher projection: 262 vs 225 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 13 vs 29
- More points per game: 15.1 vs 14.2
Garrett Wilson and Nico Collins are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Nico Collins holds the edge in expert consensus (WR9 to WR16). Nico Collins typically comes off the board first, around pick 23 (round 2) to Garrett Wilson's pick 44. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Nico Collins at 262 PPR points (15.4 per game) versus Garrett Wilson at 225.
Last season Nico Collins carried the heavier workload (77% snap share, 122 touches to Garrett Wilson's 59), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Nico Collins is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Wilson | Collins |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 225 | 262 |
| Points / game | 14.2 | 15.1 |
| Games played | 7 | 15 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #29 | #13 |
| ADP | 44 | 23 |
| Positional rank | WR62 | WR8 |
| Snap share | 89% | 77% |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | 17 |
| Age | 26 | 27 |
| Bye week | 13 | 8 |
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 Nico Collins.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Garrett Wilson or Nico Collins in 2026?
Nico Collins is a clear call over Garrett Wilson for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Garrett Wilson or Nico Collins?
Nico Collins carries the higher 2026 projection at 262 PPR points (15.4 per game), compared with 225 for Garrett Wilson.
Where are Garrett Wilson and Nico Collins being drafted?
Nico Collins has an ADP around pick 23 (round 2), while Garrett Wilson goes closer to pick 44 (round 4).
Who is ranked higher, Garrett Wilson or Nico Collins?
Expert consensus ranks Nico Collins (WR9) ahead of Garrett Wilson (WR16) for 2026.
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