Marvin Harrison Jr. vs Brian Thomas
Who should you draft in 2026 fantasy football? Our machine learning model's projections, value over replacement (VBD), and the draft market's lean, refreshed every morning.
The call
This one is a coin flip. The model leans Marvin Harrison Jr. by 1.1 points of value over replacement (-10.0 vs -11.1), close enough that your roster build should break the tie.
The draft market agrees: Marvin Harrison Jr. goes first at ADP 65.3 vs 72.7 for Brian Thomas.
Health note: Brian Thomas carries an injury flag of Questionable (Shoulder), which is already reflected in his projection.
| Marvin Harrison Jr.ARI | Brian ThomasJAX | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Projected 2026 points (PPR) | 170.2 | 169.1 | Jr. +1.1 pts |
| Points per game | 10.0 | 9.9 | |
| Value over replacement (VBD) | -10.0 | -11.1 | Jr. +1.1 |
| Overall rank | #82 | #87 | Jr. by 5 |
| Position rank | WR30 | WR31 | |
| Market ADP | 65.3 | 72.7 | Thomas +7.4 cheaper |
| Typical round (12-team) | Rd 6 | Rd 6 | |
| Bye week | 14 | 7 | |
| Injury flag | None | Questionable |
Should I draft Marvin Harrison Jr. or Brian Thomas in 2026 fantasy football?
Marvin Harrison Jr.. He projects 170.2 fantasy points with -10.0 value over replacement, vs 169.1 points and -11.1 for Brian Thomas (WR, PPR). It's close enough to let roster needs decide.