Ladd McConkey vs Terry McLaurin
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 · 68% confident- Higher projection: 228 vs 214 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 34 vs 47
- Market favorite: ADP 35.7 vs 55.6
Ladd McConkey and Terry McLaurin are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Ladd McConkey holds the edge in expert consensus (WR18 to WR23). Ladd McConkey typically comes off the board first, around pick 36 (round 3) to Terry McLaurin's pick 56. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Ladd McConkey at 228 PPR points (13.4 per game) versus Terry McLaurin at 214.
Last season Terry McLaurin carried the heavier workload (61% snap share, 27 touches to Ladd McConkey's 18), 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, Ladd McConkey is the solid pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | McConkey | McLaurin |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 228 | 214 |
| Points / game | 7.8 | 9.2 |
| Games played | 5 | 5 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #34 | #47 |
| ADP | 36 | 56 |
| Scoring rank (season) | WR64 | WR58 |
| Snap share | 38% | 61% |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | 3 |
| Age | 24 | 31 |
| Bye week | 7 | 7 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Ladd McConkey or Terry McLaurin.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Ladd McConkey or Terry McLaurin in 2026?
Ladd McConkey is a solid pick over Terry McLaurin for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Ladd McConkey or Terry McLaurin?
Ladd McConkey carries the higher 2026 projection at 228 PPR points (13.4 per game), compared with 214 for Terry McLaurin.
Where are Ladd McConkey and Terry McLaurin being drafted?
Ladd McConkey has an ADP around pick 36 (round 3), while Terry McLaurin goes closer to pick 56 (round 5).
Who is ranked higher, Ladd McConkey or Terry McLaurin?
Expert consensus ranks Ladd McConkey (WR18) ahead of Terry McLaurin (WR23) for 2026.
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