Ladd McConkey 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 228 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 13 vs 34
- More points per game: 15.1 vs 11.3
Ladd McConkey and Nico Collins are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Nico Collins holds the edge in expert consensus (WR9 to WR18). Nico Collins typically comes off the board first, around pick 23 (round 2) to Ladd McConkey's pick 35. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Nico Collins at 262 PPR points (15.4 per game) versus Ladd McConkey at 228.
Last season Nico Collins carried the heavier workload (77% snap share, 122 touches to Ladd McConkey's 106), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Ladd McConkey is the younger option (age 24), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. 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 | McConkey | Collins |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 228 | 262 |
| Points / game | 11.3 | 15.1 |
| Games played | 16 | 15 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #34 | #13 |
| ADP | 35 | 23 |
| Positional rank | WR30 | WR8 |
| Snap share | 78% | 77% |
| Red-zone touches | 14 | 17 |
| Age | 24 | 27 |
| Bye week | 7 | 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: Ladd McConkey or Nico Collins.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Ladd McConkey or Nico Collins in 2026?
Nico Collins is a clear call over Ladd McConkey for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Ladd McConkey or Nico Collins?
Nico Collins carries the higher 2026 projection at 262 PPR points (15.4 per game), compared with 228 for Ladd McConkey.
Where are Ladd McConkey and Nico Collins being drafted?
Nico Collins has an ADP around pick 23 (round 2), while Ladd McConkey goes closer to pick 35 (round 3).
Who is ranked higher, Ladd McConkey or Nico Collins?
Expert consensus ranks Nico Collins (WR9) ahead of Ladd McConkey (WR18) for 2026.
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