Head to head · WR · 2026
Mike Evans vs Ricky Pearsall
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's pick
Mike Evans
The model takes Mike Evans: a clear but modest edge of 7.3 points of value over replacement (-28.5 vs -35.8).
The draft market agrees: Mike Evans goes first at ADP 58.5 vs 104.0 for Ricky Pearsall.
Health note: Ricky Pearsall carries an injury flag of IR (Knee - PCL), which is already reflected in his projection.
| Mike Evans | Ricky Pearsall | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Team | SFO | SFO | |
| Overall rank | #108 | #114 | Evans by 6 |
| Position rank | WR40 | WR41 | |
| Projected 2026 points (PPR) | 151.5 | 144.2 | Evans +7.3 pts |
| Value over replacement (VBD) | -28.5 | -35.8 | Evans +7.3 |
| Market ADP | 58.5 | 104.0 | Pearsall +45.5 cheaper |
| Injury flag | None | IR |
Should I draft Mike Evans or Ricky Pearsall in 2026 fantasy football?
Mike Evans. He projects 151.5 fantasy points with -28.5 value over replacement, vs 144.2 points and -35.8 for Ricky Pearsall (WR, PPR).