Head to head · WR · 2026
Quentin Johnston 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
Quentin Johnston
The model takes Quentin Johnston: a clear but modest edge of 9.3 points of value over replacement (-26.5 vs -35.8).
The draft market agrees: Quentin Johnston goes first at ADP 97.2 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.
| Quentin Johnston | Ricky Pearsall | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Team | LAC | SFO | |
| Overall rank | #104 | #114 | Johnston by 10 |
| Position rank | WR38 | WR41 | |
| Projected 2026 points (PPR) | 153.5 | 144.2 | Johnston +9.3 pts |
| Value over replacement (VBD) | -26.5 | -35.8 | Johnston +9.3 |
| Market ADP | 97.2 | 104.0 | Pearsall +6.8 cheaper |
| Injury flag | None | IR |
Should I draft Quentin Johnston or Ricky Pearsall in 2026 fantasy football?
Quentin Johnston. He projects 153.5 fantasy points with -26.5 value over replacement, vs 144.2 points and -35.8 for Ricky Pearsall (WR, PPR).