Ashton Jeanty or Terry McLaurin: Who Should You Start?
2026 Week 4 · deterministic head-to-head · Verdicts based on PPR scoring.
Jeanty’s three-down workload edges McLaurin’s better scoring setup
Jeanty’s feature-back role gives him a sturdier path to points: his rushing and receiving work can keep him involved even if Las Vegas falls behind. The edge is narrow, not decisive; his lower team total limits the call, while McLaurin has the better environment for a spike week. McLaurin’s WR1 role and vertical ability make him a credible alternative, but Jeanty’s all-purpose workload is the stronger bet.
What flips it: A meaningful cut to Jeanty’s three-down workload.
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Ashton Jeanty
14.316.618.8 Projected Points
Terry McLaurin
8.810.912.9 Projected Points
Ashton Jeanty’s market
Terry McLaurin’s market
Why Ashton Jeanty
StartRB1 and feature back. Elite contact balance and tackle-breaking power with legitimate three-down receiving role and heavy volume.
Start — every-week RB start at consensus RB11: 18% target share, 18.8 PPR projected vs KC.
- His receiving role gives him a way to contribute if Las Vegas trails.
- Tackle-breaking ability can create value without relying on a high-scoring team performance.
Why Terry McLaurin
StartWR1 and offensive centerpiece. Explosive vertical route-runner with elite release package; missed time in 2025.
Start — WR22 consensus, projects WR25 this week: 26.0 implied team total, 24% target share.
- Washington’s better scoring outlook gives McLaurin more opportunity for a ceiling game.
- His explosive vertical game means one big play can change the matchup.
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Head-to-head stats
| Metric | Ashton Jeanty | Terry McLaurin |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 14.316.618.8 | 8.810.912.9 |
| Consensus rank | RB11 | WR22 |
| Opponent vs position | KC · 13 of 323-game sample | IND · 15 of 323-game sample |
| Rushing Yards | 7 of 32 | — |
| Rushing TDs | 25 of 32 | — |
| Rushing Attempts | 6 of 32 | — |
| Receptions | 7 of 32 | 14 of 32 |
| Receiving Yards | 9 of 32 | 28 of 32 |
| Anytime TD | 21 of 32 | 14 of 32 |
| Receiving TDs | — | 15 of 32 |
| Targets | — | 5 of 32 |
| Target share | 18% | 24% |
| Reception share | 21% | 17% |
| Implied total · spread | 19.0+5.5 | 26.0-1.5 |
| Depth chart | RB1 | WR1 |
| Snap share | 80% | 77% |
Recent form
Ashton Jeanty — last 3 weeks
| Week 3 | vs NO | 9.310.812.3 |
| Week 2 | vs LAC | 6.38.310.3 |
| Week 1 | vs MIA | 26.729.732.7 |
Terry McLaurin — last 3 weeks
| Week 3 | vs SEA | 13.716.719.7 |
| Week 2 | vs DAL | 5.06.07.0 |
| Week 1 | vs PHI | 1.42.43.4 |
Signal breakdown
- 18.8 vs 12.9 projected PPR pointsAshton Jeanty +
- Rank 11 vs 22Ashton Jeanty +
- Opponent DvP rank 13 vs 15 (32 = softest)Terry McLaurin +
- Implied 19.0 vs 26.0 team pointsTerry McLaurin +
- No injury designationseven
- 80% vs 77% snap shareAshton Jeanty +
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