Malik Nabers 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
Strong edge · 95% confident
Malik Nabers- Higher projection: 237 vs 214 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 22 vs 47
- More points per game: 14.3 vs 11.4
Malik Nabers and Terry McLaurin are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Malik Nabers holds the edge in expert consensus (WR13 to WR23). Malik Nabers typically comes off the board first, around pick 26 (round 3) to Terry McLaurin's pick 55. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Malik Nabers at 237 PPR points (13.9 per game) versus Terry McLaurin at 214.
Last season Terry McLaurin carried the heavier workload (70% snap share, 60 touches to Malik Nabers's 35), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Malik Nabers is the younger option (age 23), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Malik Nabers is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Nabers | McLaurin |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 237 | 214 |
| Points / game | 14.3 | 11.4 |
| Games played | 4 | 10 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #22 | #47 |
| ADP | 26 | 55 |
| Positional rank | WR96 | WR56 |
| Snap share | 78% | 70% |
| Red-zone touches | 3 | 7 |
| Age | 23 | 30 |
| Bye week | 8 | 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: Malik Nabers or Terry McLaurin.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Malik Nabers or Terry McLaurin in 2026?
Malik Nabers is a clear call over Terry McLaurin for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Malik Nabers or Terry McLaurin?
Malik Nabers carries the higher 2026 projection at 237 PPR points (13.9 per game), compared with 214 for Terry McLaurin.
Where are Malik Nabers and Terry McLaurin being drafted?
Malik Nabers has an ADP around pick 26 (round 3), while Terry McLaurin goes closer to pick 55 (round 5).
Who is ranked higher, Malik Nabers or Terry McLaurin?
Expert consensus ranks Malik Nabers (WR13) ahead of Terry McLaurin (WR23) for 2026.
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