Ashton Jeanty vs Derrick Henry
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
Derrick Henry- Higher projection: 247 vs 234 pts
- More points per game: 16.4 vs 14.4
- More opportunity: 54% snap share, 64 red-zone touches
Ashton Jeanty and Derrick Henry are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Ashton Jeanty holds the edge in expert consensus (RB11 to RB12). Ashton Jeanty typically comes off the board first, around pick 17 (round 2) to Derrick Henry's pick 17. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Derrick Henry at 247 PPR points (14.5 per game) versus Ashton Jeanty at 234.
Last season Ashton Jeanty carried the heavier workload (76% snap share, 339 touches to Derrick Henry's 328), 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, Derrick Henry is the clear pick on the higher projection.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Jeanty | Henry |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 234 | 247 |
| Points / game | 14.4 | 16.4 |
| Games played | 17 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #28 | #32 |
| ADP | 17 | 17 |
| Positional rank | RB11 | RB8 |
| Snap share | 76% | 54% |
| Red-zone touches | 41 | 64 |
| Age | 22 | 32 |
| Bye week | 13 | 13 |
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 Derrick Henry.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Ashton Jeanty or Derrick Henry in 2026?
Derrick Henry is a clear call over Ashton Jeanty for 2026, on the higher projection.
Who is projected to score more, Ashton Jeanty or Derrick Henry?
Derrick Henry carries the higher 2026 projection at 247 PPR points (14.5 per game), compared with 234 for Ashton Jeanty.
Where are Ashton Jeanty and Derrick Henry being drafted?
Ashton Jeanty has an ADP around pick 17 (round 2), while Derrick Henry goes closer to pick 17 (round 2).
Who is ranked higher, Ashton Jeanty or Derrick Henry?
Expert consensus ranks Ashton Jeanty (RB11) ahead of Derrick Henry (RB12) for 2026.
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