Ja'Marr Chase vs Luther Burden III
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 209 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 1 vs 46
- More points per game: 16.2 vs 13.9
Ja'Marr Chase and Luther Burden III are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Ja'Marr Chase holds the edge in expert consensus (WR1 to WR22). Ja'Marr Chase typically comes off the board first, around pick 4 (round 1) to Luther Burden III's pick 55. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Ja'Marr Chase at 311 PPR points (18.3 per game) versus Luther Burden III at 209.
Last season Luther Burden III carried the heavier workload (60% snap share, 55 touches to Ja'Marr Chase's 45), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Luther Burden III is the younger option (age 22), 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 | Chase | III |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 311 | 209 |
| Points / game | 16.2 | 13.9 |
| Games played | 6 | 7 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #1 | #46 |
| ADP | 4 | 55 |
| Scoring rank (season) | WR15 | WR17 |
| Snap share | 75% | 60% |
| Red-zone touches | 8 | 11 |
| Age | 26 | 22 |
| Bye week | 6 | 10 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Ja'Marr Chase or Luther Burden III.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Ja'Marr Chase or Luther Burden III in 2026?
Ja'Marr Chase is a clear call over Luther Burden III for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Ja'Marr Chase or Luther Burden III?
Ja'Marr Chase carries the higher 2026 projection at 311 PPR points (18.3 per game), compared with 209 for Luther Burden III.
Where are Ja'Marr Chase and Luther Burden III being drafted?
Ja'Marr Chase has an ADP around pick 4 (round 1), while Luther Burden III goes closer to pick 55 (round 5).
Who is ranked higher, Ja'Marr Chase or Luther Burden III?
Expert consensus ranks Ja'Marr Chase (WR1) ahead of Luther Burden III (WR22) for 2026.
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