Jayden Higgins vs Jalen McMillan
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
The model takes Jayden Higgins: a clear but modest edge of 8.2 points of value over replacement (-73.5 vs -81.7).
The draft market agrees: Jayden Higgins goes first at ADP 132.5 vs 134.8 for Jalen McMillan.
Health note: Jayden Higgins carries an injury flag of IR (Knee - ACL), which is already reflected in his projection.
Health note: Jalen McMillan carries an injury flag of Questionable (Calf), which is already reflected in his projection.
| Jayden HigginsHOU | Jalen McMillanTAM | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Projected 2026 points (PPR) | 106.7 | 98.5 | Higgins +8.2 pts |
| Points per game | 6.3 | 5.8 | |
| Value over replacement (VBD) | -73.5 | -81.7 | Higgins +8.2 |
| Overall rank | #169 | #176 | Higgins by 7 |
| Position rank | WR68 | WR70 | |
| Market ADP | 132.5 | 134.8 | McMillan +2.3 cheaper |
| Typical round (12-team) | Rd 11 | Rd 12 | |
| Bye week | 8 | 10 | |
| Injury flag | IR | Questionable |
Should I draft Jayden Higgins or Jalen McMillan in 2026 fantasy football?
Jayden Higgins. He projects 106.7 fantasy points with -73.5 value over replacement, vs 98.5 points and -81.7 for Jalen McMillan (WR, PPR).