Tory Horton vs Tyquan Thornton
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 · 86% confident
Tory Horton- Higher projection: 92 vs 63 pts
- More points per game: 8.1 vs 5.8
- More opportunity: 47% snap share, 4 red-zone touches
Tory Horton and Tyquan Thornton are a common 2026 draft-day decision at wide receiver. Tyquan Thornton holds the edge in expert consensus (WR94 to WR98). The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Tory Horton at 92 PPR points (5.4 per game) versus Tyquan Thornton at 63.
Last season Tyquan Thornton carried the heavier workload (38% snap share, 37 touches to Tory Horton's 22), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Tory Horton is the younger option (age 23), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Tory Horton is the clear pick on the higher projection and more room to grow.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Horton | Thornton |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 92 | 63 |
| Points / game | 8.1 | 5.8 |
| Games played | 8 | 14 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #274 | #266 |
| ADP | 229 | - |
| Positional rank | WR91 | WR79 |
| Snap share | 47% | 38% |
| Red-zone touches | 4 | 4 |
| Age | 23 | 26 |
| Bye week | 11 | 5 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Tory Horton or Tyquan Thornton.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Tory Horton or Tyquan Thornton in 2026?
Tory Horton is a clear call over Tyquan Thornton for 2026, on the higher projection and more room to grow.
Who is projected to score more, Tory Horton or Tyquan Thornton?
Tory Horton carries the higher 2026 projection at 92 PPR points (5.4 per game), compared with 63 for Tyquan Thornton.
Who is ranked higher, Tory Horton or Tyquan Thornton?
Expert consensus ranks Tyquan Thornton (WR94) ahead of Tory Horton (WR98) for 2026.
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