Ashton Jeanty vs Jonathon Brooks
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: 253 vs 155 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 28 vs 87
- More points per game: 32.7 vs 7.2
Ashton Jeanty and Jonathon Brooks are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Ashton Jeanty holds the edge in expert consensus (RB11 to RB30). Ashton Jeanty typically comes off the board first, around pick 16 (round 2) to Jonathon Brooks's pick 98. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Ashton Jeanty at 253 PPR points (14.9 per game) versus Jonathon Brooks at 155.
Last season Ashton Jeanty carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 29 touches to Jonathon Brooks's 6), 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 | Brooks |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 253 | 155 |
| Points / game | 32.7 | 7.2 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #28 | #87 |
| ADP | 16 | 98 |
| Positional rank | RB3 | RB35 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 0 |
| Age | 22 | 23 |
| Bye week | 13 | 5 |
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 Jonathon Brooks.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Ashton Jeanty or Jonathon Brooks in 2026?
Ashton Jeanty is a clear call over Jonathon Brooks for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Ashton Jeanty or Jonathon Brooks?
Ashton Jeanty carries the higher 2026 projection at 253 PPR points (14.9 per game), compared with 155 for Jonathon Brooks.
Where are Ashton Jeanty and Jonathon Brooks being drafted?
Ashton Jeanty has an ADP around pick 16 (round 2), while Jonathon Brooks goes closer to pick 98 (round 9).
Who is ranked higher, Ashton Jeanty or Jonathon Brooks?
Expert consensus ranks Ashton Jeanty (RB11) ahead of Jonathon Brooks (RB30) for 2026.
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