Ashton Jeanty vs Bucky Irving
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
Ashton Jeanty- Higher projection: 234 vs 197 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 28 vs 54
- More points per game: 14.4 vs 13.9
Ashton Jeanty and Bucky Irving are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Ashton Jeanty holds the edge in expert consensus (RB11 to RB19). Ashton Jeanty typically comes off the board first, around pick 17 (round 2) to Bucky Irving's pick 42. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Ashton Jeanty at 234 PPR points (13.8 per game) versus Bucky Irving at 197.
Last season Ashton Jeanty carried the heavier workload (76% snap share, 339 touches to Bucky Irving's 208), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Ashton Jeanty is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Jeanty | Irving |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 234 | 197 |
| Points / game | 14.4 | 13.9 |
| Games played | 17 | 10 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #28 | #54 |
| ADP | 17 | 42 |
| Positional rank | RB11 | RB33 |
| Snap share | 76% | 62% |
| Red-zone touches | 41 | 21 |
| Age | 22 | 24 |
| Bye week | 13 | 10 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Ashton Jeanty or Bucky Irving.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Ashton Jeanty or Bucky Irving in 2026?
Ashton Jeanty is a clear call over Bucky Irving for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Ashton Jeanty or Bucky Irving?
Ashton Jeanty carries the higher 2026 projection at 234 PPR points (13.8 per game), compared with 197 for Bucky Irving.
Where are Ashton Jeanty and Bucky Irving being drafted?
Ashton Jeanty has an ADP around pick 17 (round 2), while Bucky Irving goes closer to pick 42 (round 4).
Who is ranked higher, Ashton Jeanty or Bucky Irving?
Expert consensus ranks Ashton Jeanty (RB11) ahead of Bucky Irving (RB19) for 2026.
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