Nico Collins 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
Nico Collins- Higher projection: 262 vs 214 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 13 vs 47
- More points per game: 15.1 vs 11.4
Nico Collins and Terry McLaurin are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Nico Collins holds the edge in expert consensus (WR9 to WR23). Nico Collins typically comes off the board first, around pick 23 (round 2) to Terry McLaurin's pick 55. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Nico Collins at 262 PPR points (15.4 per game) versus Terry McLaurin at 214.
Last season Nico Collins carried the heavier workload (77% snap share, 122 touches to Terry McLaurin's 60), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Nico Collins is the younger option (age 27), 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 | McLaurin |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 262 | 214 |
| Points / game | 15.1 | 11.4 |
| Games played | 15 | 10 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #13 | #47 |
| ADP | 23 | 55 |
| Positional rank | WR8 | WR56 |
| Snap share | 77% | 70% |
| Red-zone touches | 17 | 7 |
| Age | 27 | 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: Nico Collins or Terry McLaurin.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Nico Collins or Terry McLaurin in 2026?
Nico Collins 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, Nico Collins or Terry McLaurin?
Nico Collins carries the higher 2026 projection at 262 PPR points (15.4 per game), compared with 214 for Terry McLaurin.
Where are Nico Collins and Terry McLaurin being drafted?
Nico Collins has an ADP around pick 23 (round 2), while Terry McLaurin goes closer to pick 55 (round 5).
Who is ranked higher, Nico Collins or Terry McLaurin?
Expert consensus ranks Nico Collins (WR9) ahead of Terry McLaurin (WR23) for 2026.
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