Malik Washington · Zachariah Branch · 2026 week 2

Malik Washington or Zachariah Branch?

Wondering who you should start this week — Malik Washington or Zachariah Branch? The start/sit call and the numbers behind it are below, plus who wins a straight-up trade. Rebuilt nightly.

Start Malik WashingtonMalik Washington projects 6 PPR points clear of Zachariah Branch in week 2, drawing SF — the 28th-ranked matchup for WRs. The numbers behind the call are below; overrule them with your eyes open.
PlayerWk 2Proj (PPR)MatchupForm L3Trade valueStatus
Malik Washington START @ SF 9.2 28th · tough 6.3 138 healthy
Zachariah Branch vs CAR 3.2 10th – – healthy

WRs vs SF recently: Puka Nacua 7.4 pts (W1).

WRs vs CAR recently: Kalif Raymond 8.4 pts (W1).

Who wins a straight-up trade?

Malik Washington carries the higher trade value — 138 against 0. In a one-for-one, the side receiving Malik Washington gets the most.

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All numbers are the 2026 season, refreshed nightly.