Joshua Palmer 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
Clear edge · 80% confident
Tez Johnson- Higher projection: 38 vs 33 pts
- More opportunity: 0% snap share, 1 red-zone touches
Joshua Palmer and Tez Johnson are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Joshua Palmer holds the edge in expert consensus (WR117 to WR119). The 2026 projections are nearly even: Tez Johnson at 38 PPR points (2.3 per game) versus Joshua Palmer at 33.
Last season Joshua Palmer carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 2 touches to Tez Johnson's 2), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Tez Johnson is the solid pick on the higher projection.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Palmer | Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 33 | 38 |
| Points / game | 10.4 | -0.4 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #338 | #343 |
| Scoring rank (season) | WR32 | - |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 1 |
| Age | 26 | 24 |
| Bye week | 7 | 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: Joshua Palmer or Tez Johnson.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Joshua Palmer or Tez Johnson in 2026?
Tez Johnson is a solid pick over Joshua Palmer for 2026, on the higher projection.
Who is projected to score more, Joshua Palmer or Tez Johnson?
Tez Johnson carries the higher 2026 projection at 38 PPR points (2.3 per game), compared with 33 for Joshua Palmer.
Who is ranked higher, Joshua Palmer or Tez Johnson?
Expert consensus ranks Joshua Palmer (WR117) ahead of Tez Johnson (WR119) for 2026.
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