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
Strong edge · 95% confident
De'Von Achane- Higher projection: 257 vs 234 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 19 vs 28
- More points per game: 20.2 vs 14.4
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 14 (round 2) to Ashton Jeanty's pick 17. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: De'Von Achane at 257 PPR points (15.1 per game) versus Ashton Jeanty at 234.
Last season Ashton Jeanty carried the heavier workload (76% snap share, 339 touches to De'Von Achane's 323), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, De'Von Achane is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Jeanty | Achane |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 234 | 257 |
| Points / game | 14.4 | 20.2 |
| Games played | 17 | 16 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #28 | #19 |
| ADP | 17 | 14 |
| Positional rank | RB11 | RB5 |
| Snap share | 76% | 75% |
| Red-zone touches | 41 | 38 |
| Age | 22 | 24 |
| Bye week | 13 | 6 |
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 De'Von Achane.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Ashton Jeanty or De'Von Achane in 2026?
De'Von Achane is a clear call over Ashton Jeanty for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
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 234 for Ashton Jeanty.
Where are Ashton Jeanty and De'Von Achane being drafted?
De'Von Achane has an ADP around pick 14 (round 2), while Ashton Jeanty goes closer to pick 17 (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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