Malik Nabers vs Garrett Wilson
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 model takes Malik Nabers: a clear but modest edge of 9.4 points of value over replacement (39.3 vs 29.8).
The room sees it the other way: drafters take Garrett Wilson first (ADP 27.9 vs 43.3). If the model is right, Malik Nabers is the value pick, since the later cost buys the better 2026 projection.
Health note: Malik Nabers carries an injury flag of Questionable (Knee - ACL), which is already reflected in his projection.
| Malik Nabers | Garrett Wilson | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Team | NYG | NYJ | |
| Overall rank | #41 | #47 | Nabers by 6 |
| Position rank | WR14 | WR17 | |
| Projected 2026 points (PPR) | 212.0 | 202.6 | Nabers +9.4 pts |
| Value over replacement (VBD) | 39.3 | 29.8 | Nabers +9.4 |
| Market ADP | 43.3 | 27.9 | Nabers +15.4 cheaper |
| Injury flag | Questionable | None |
Should I draft Malik Nabers or Garrett Wilson in 2026 fantasy football?
Malik Nabers. He projects 212.0 fantasy points with 39.3 value over replacement, vs 202.6 points and 29.8 for Garrett Wilson (WR, PPR).