Jalen Royals vs Tez Johnson
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
Tez Johnson- Higher projection: 38 vs 34 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 344 vs 358
- More points per game: 5.0 vs 2.5
Jalen Royals and Tez Johnson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Tez Johnson holds the edge in expert consensus (WR119 to WR125). The 2026 projections are nearly even: Tez Johnson at 38 PPR points (2.3 per game) versus Jalen Royals at 34.
Last season Tez Johnson carried the heavier workload (34% snap share, 18 touches to Jalen Royals's 11), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Tez Johnson is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Royals | Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 34 | 38 |
| Points / game | 2.5 | 5.0 |
| Games played | 6 | 7 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #358 | #344 |
| Scoring rank (season) | WR104 | WR72 |
| Snap share | 33% | 34% |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | 4 |
| Age | 23 | 24 |
| Bye week | 5 | 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: Jalen Royals or Tez Johnson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Jalen Royals or Tez Johnson in 2026?
Tez Johnson is a clear call over Jalen Royals for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Jalen Royals or Tez Johnson?
Tez Johnson carries the higher 2026 projection at 38 PPR points (2.3 per game), compared with 34 for Jalen Royals.
Who is ranked higher, Jalen Royals or Tez Johnson?
Expert consensus ranks Tez Johnson (WR119) ahead of Jalen Royals (WR125) for 2026.
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