Aaron Jones Sr. vs Kyle Monangai
Two running backs fantasy managers weigh against each other for 2026. Here is the head-to-head on projections, expert consensus, ADP and usage, with our Clutch Score verdict on who to draft.
Who to draft
Strong edge · 86% confident
Aaron Jones Sr.- Experts agree: consensus rank 120 vs 121
- More opportunity: 73% snap share, 14 red-zone touches
- Better scoring rank so far: RB22 vs RB29
Aaron Jones Sr. and Kyle Monangai are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Aaron Jones Sr. holds the edge in expert consensus (RB40 to RB41). Kyle Monangai typically comes off the board first, around pick 107 (round 9) to Aaron Jones Sr.'s pick 128. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Kyle Monangai at 155 PPR points (9.1 per game) versus Aaron Jones Sr. at 137.
Last season Aaron Jones Sr. carried the heavier workload (73% snap share, 124 touches to Kyle Monangai's 65), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Kyle Monangai is the younger option (age 24), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Aaron Jones Sr. is the clear pick on stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload. Kyle Monangai carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Head-to-head
| Stat | Sr. | Monangai |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 137 | 155 |
| Points / game | 12.3 | 14.8 |
| Games played | 6 | 4 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #120 | #121 |
| ADP | 128 | 107 |
| Scoring rank (season) | RB22 | RB29 |
| Snap share | 73% | 41% |
| Red-zone touches | 14 | 15 |
| Age | 31 | 24 |
| Bye week | 6 | 10 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Aaron Jones Sr. or Kyle Monangai.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Aaron Jones Sr. or Kyle Monangai in 2026?
Aaron Jones Sr. is a clear call over Kyle Monangai for 2026, on stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload. Kyle Monangai carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Who is projected to score more, Aaron Jones Sr. or Kyle Monangai?
Kyle Monangai carries the higher 2026 projection at 155 PPR points (9.1 per game), compared with 137 for Aaron Jones Sr..
Where are Aaron Jones Sr. and Kyle Monangai being drafted?
Kyle Monangai has an ADP around pick 107 (round 9), while Aaron Jones Sr. goes closer to pick 128 (round 11).
Who is ranked higher, Aaron Jones Sr. or Kyle Monangai?
Expert consensus ranks Aaron Jones Sr. (RB40) ahead of Kyle Monangai (RB41) for 2026.
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