Ladd McConkey vs Parker Washington
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
Ladd McConkey- Higher projection: 228 vs 212 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 34 vs 55
- More opportunity: 78% snap share, 14 red-zone touches
Ladd McConkey and Parker Washington are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Ladd McConkey holds the edge in expert consensus (WR18 to WR27). Ladd McConkey typically comes off the board first, around pick 35 (round 3) to Parker Washington's pick 74. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Ladd McConkey at 228 PPR points (13.4 per game) versus Parker Washington at 212.
Last season Ladd McConkey carried the heavier workload (78% snap share, 106 touches to Parker Washington's 102), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Ladd McConkey is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | McConkey | Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 228 | 212 |
| Points / game | 11.3 | 11.5 |
| Games played | 16 | 16 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #34 | #55 |
| ADP | 35 | 74 |
| Positional rank | WR30 | WR27 |
| Snap share | 78% | 61% |
| Red-zone touches | 14 | 13 |
| Age | 24 | 24 |
| Bye week | 7 | 7 |
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 Parker Washington.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Ladd McConkey or Parker Washington in 2026?
Ladd McConkey is a clear call over Parker Washington for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Ladd McConkey or Parker Washington?
Ladd McConkey carries the higher 2026 projection at 228 PPR points (13.4 per game), compared with 212 for Parker Washington.
Where are Ladd McConkey and Parker Washington being drafted?
Ladd McConkey has an ADP around pick 35 (round 3), while Parker Washington goes closer to pick 74 (round 7).
Who is ranked higher, Ladd McConkey or Parker Washington?
Expert consensus ranks Ladd McConkey (WR18) ahead of Parker Washington (WR27) for 2026.
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