Luther Burden 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
Parker Washington- Higher projection: 212 vs 209 pts
- More points per game: 11.5 vs 8.5
- More opportunity: 61% snap share, 13 red-zone touches
Luther Burden and Parker Washington are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Luther Burden holds the edge in expert consensus (WR22 to WR27). Luther Burden typically comes off the board first, around pick 56 (round 5) to Parker Washington's pick 74. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Parker Washington at 212 PPR points (12.5 per game) versus Luther Burden at 209.
Last season Parker Washington carried the heavier workload (61% snap share, 102 touches to Luther Burden's 66), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Parker Washington is the clear pick on the higher projection and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Burden | Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 209 | 212 |
| Points / game | 8.5 | 11.5 |
| Games played | 15 | 16 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #46 | #55 |
| ADP | 56 | 74 |
| Positional rank | WR48 | WR27 |
| Snap share | 39% | 61% |
| Red-zone touches | 4 | 13 |
| Age | 22 | 24 |
| Bye week | 10 | 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: Luther Burden or Parker Washington.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Luther Burden or Parker Washington in 2026?
Parker Washington is a clear call over Luther Burden for 2026, on the higher projection and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Luther Burden or Parker Washington?
Parker Washington carries the higher 2026 projection at 212 PPR points (12.5 per game), compared with 209 for Luther Burden.
Where are Luther Burden and Parker Washington being drafted?
Luther Burden has an ADP around pick 56 (round 5), while Parker Washington goes closer to pick 74 (round 7).
Who is ranked higher, Luther Burden or Parker Washington?
Expert consensus ranks Luther Burden (WR22) ahead of Parker Washington (WR27) for 2026.
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