Davante Adams vs Jaylen Waddle
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.
WR21
Davante Adams
192.3
projected 2026 points (PPR)
The model's pick
VS
WR23
Jaylen Waddle
185.0
projected 2026 points (PPR)
The call
The model takes Davante Adams: a clear but modest edge of 7.3 points of value over replacement (19.6 vs 12.3).
The draft market agrees: Davante Adams goes first at ADP 42.0 vs 46.0 for Jaylen Waddle.
| Davante AdamsLAR | Jaylen WaddleDEN | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Projected 2026 points (PPR) | 192.3 | 185.0 | Adams +7.3 pts |
| Points per game | 11.3 | 10.9 | |
| Value over replacement (VBD) | 19.6 | 12.3 | Adams +7.3 |
| Overall rank | #57 | #63 | Adams by 6 |
| Position rank | WR21 | WR23 | |
| Market ADP | 42.0 | 46.0 | Waddle +4.0 cheaper |
| Typical round (12-team) | Rd 4 | Rd 4 | |
| Bye week | 11 | 10 |
Should I draft Davante Adams or Jaylen Waddle in 2026 fantasy football?
Davante Adams. He projects 192.3 fantasy points with 19.6 value over replacement, vs 185.0 points and 12.3 for Jaylen Waddle (WR, PPR).