Nico Collins 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
Nico Collins- Higher projection: 262 vs 212 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 13 vs 55
- More points per game: 15.1 vs 11.5
Nico Collins and Parker Washington are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Nico Collins holds the edge in expert consensus (WR9 to WR27). Nico Collins typically comes off the board first, around pick 23 (round 2) to Parker Washington's pick 74. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Nico Collins at 262 PPR points (15.4 per game) versus Parker Washington at 212.
Last season Nico Collins carried the heavier workload (77% snap share, 122 touches to Parker Washington's 102), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Parker Washington 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 | Collins | Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 262 | 212 |
| Points / game | 15.1 | 11.5 |
| Games played | 15 | 16 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #13 | #55 |
| ADP | 23 | 74 |
| Positional rank | WR8 | WR27 |
| Snap share | 77% | 61% |
| Red-zone touches | 17 | 13 |
| Age | 27 | 24 |
| 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: Nico Collins or Parker Washington.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Nico Collins or Parker Washington in 2026?
Nico Collins 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, Nico Collins or Parker Washington?
Nico Collins carries the higher 2026 projection at 262 PPR points (15.4 per game), compared with 212 for Parker Washington.
Where are Nico Collins and Parker Washington being drafted?
Nico Collins has an ADP around pick 23 (round 2), while Parker Washington goes closer to pick 74 (round 7).
Who is ranked higher, Nico Collins or Parker Washington?
Expert consensus ranks Nico Collins (WR9) ahead of Parker Washington (WR27) for 2026.
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