Ashton Jeanty vs De'Von Achane
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
Clear edge · 74% confident
Ashton Jeanty- More points per game: 17.4 vs 8.2
- More opportunity: 70% snap share, 31 red-zone touches
- Better scoring rank so far: RB9 vs RB56
Ashton Jeanty and De'Von Achane are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. De'Von Achane holds the edge in expert consensus (RB7 to RB11). De'Von Achane typically comes off the board first, around pick 13 (round 2) to Ashton Jeanty's pick 15. The 2026 projections are nearly even: De'Von Achane at 257 PPR points (15.1 per game) versus Ashton Jeanty at 253.
Last season Ashton Jeanty carried the heavier workload (70% snap share, 150 touches to De'Von Achane's 46), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Ashton Jeanty is the younger option (age 22), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Ashton Jeanty is the solid pick on the bigger workload and more room to grow. De'Von Achane carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Head-to-head
| Stat | Jeanty | Achane |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 253 | 257 |
| Points / game | 17.4 | 8.2 |
| Games played | 7 | 3 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #28 | #19 |
| ADP | 15 | 13 |
| Scoring rank (season) | RB9 | RB56 |
| Snap share | 70% | 52% |
| Red-zone touches | 31 | 7 |
| Age | 22 | 25 |
| Bye week | 13 | 6 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Ashton Jeanty or De'Von Achane.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Ashton Jeanty or De'Von Achane in 2026?
Ashton Jeanty is a solid pick over De'Von Achane for 2026, on the bigger workload and more room to grow. De'Von Achane carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Who is projected to score more, Ashton Jeanty or De'Von Achane?
De'Von Achane carries the higher 2026 projection at 257 PPR points (15.1 per game), compared with 253 for Ashton Jeanty.
Where are Ashton Jeanty and De'Von Achane being drafted?
De'Von Achane has an ADP around pick 13 (round 2), while Ashton Jeanty goes closer to pick 15 (round 2).
Who is ranked higher, Ashton Jeanty or De'Von Achane?
Expert consensus ranks De'Von Achane (RB7) ahead of Ashton Jeanty (RB11) for 2026.
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