Jakobi Meyers vs Khalil Shakir
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 Jakobi Meyers by 0.9 points of value over replacement (-29.3 vs -30.2), close enough that your roster build should break the tie.
The draft market agrees: Jakobi Meyers goes first at ADP 87.7 vs 101.8 for Khalil Shakir.
Health note: Jakobi Meyers carries an injury flag of Questionable (Hand), which is already reflected in his projection.
Health note: Khalil Shakir carries an injury flag of Questionable (Undisclosed), which is already reflected in his projection.
| Jakobi MeyersJAX | Khalil ShakirBUF | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Projected 2026 points (PPR) | 143.4 | 142.5 | Meyers +0.9 pts |
| Points per game | 8.4 | 8.4 | |
| Value over replacement (VBD) | -29.3 | -30.2 | Meyers +0.9 |
| Overall rank | #112 | #114 | Meyers by 2 |
| Position rank | WR43 | WR45 | |
| Market ADP | 87.7 | 101.8 | Shakir +14.1 cheaper |
| Typical round (12-team) | Rd 8 | Rd 9 | |
| Bye week | 7 | 7 | |
| Injury flag | Questionable | Questionable |
Should I draft Jakobi Meyers or Khalil Shakir in 2026 fantasy football?
Jakobi Meyers. He projects 143.4 fantasy points with -29.3 value over replacement, vs 142.5 points and -30.2 for Khalil Shakir (WR, PPR). It's close enough to let roster needs decide.