Aaron Jones Sr. vs Rachaad White
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 · 95% confident
Aaron Jones Sr.- Higher projection: 137 vs 128 pts
- More points per game: 12.3 vs 9.8
- More opportunity: 73% snap share, 14 red-zone touches
Aaron Jones Sr. and Rachaad White are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Rachaad White holds the edge in expert consensus (RB38 to RB40). Aaron Jones Sr. typically comes off the board first, around pick 128 (round 11) to Rachaad White's pick 140. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Aaron Jones Sr. at 137 PPR points (8.1 per game) versus Rachaad White at 128.
Last season Aaron Jones Sr. carried the heavier workload (73% snap share, 124 touches to Rachaad White's 51), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Rachaad White is the younger option (age 27), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Aaron Jones Sr. is the clear pick on the higher projection, an earlier ADP and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Sr. | White |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 137 | 128 |
| Points / game | 12.3 | 9.8 |
| Games played | 6 | 5 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #120 | #112 |
| ADP | 128 | 140 |
| Scoring rank (season) | RB22 | RB35 |
| Snap share | 73% | 53% |
| Red-zone touches | 14 | 6 |
| Age | 31 | 27 |
| Bye week | 6 | 7 |
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 Rachaad White.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Aaron Jones Sr. or Rachaad White in 2026?
Aaron Jones Sr. is a clear call over Rachaad White for 2026, on the higher projection, an earlier ADP and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Aaron Jones Sr. or Rachaad White?
Aaron Jones Sr. carries the higher 2026 projection at 137 PPR points (8.1 per game), compared with 128 for Rachaad White.
Where are Aaron Jones Sr. and Rachaad White being drafted?
Aaron Jones Sr. has an ADP around pick 128 (round 11), while Rachaad White goes closer to pick 140 (round 12).
Who is ranked higher, Aaron Jones Sr. or Rachaad White?
Expert consensus ranks Rachaad White (RB38) ahead of Aaron Jones Sr. (RB40) for 2026.
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