Ashton Jeanty vs Saquon Barkley
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 247 pts
- More points per game: 17.4 vs 5.8
- More opportunity: 70% snap share, 31 red-zone touches
Ashton Jeanty and Saquon Barkley are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Saquon Barkley holds the edge in expert consensus (RB8 to RB11). Saquon Barkley typically comes off the board first, around pick 12 (round 1) to Ashton Jeanty's pick 15. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Ashton Jeanty at 253 PPR points (14.9 per game) versus Saquon Barkley at 247.
Last season Ashton Jeanty carried the heavier workload (70% snap share, 150 touches to Saquon Barkley's 43), 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 clear pick on the higher projection, the bigger workload and more room to grow.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Jeanty | Barkley |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 253 | 247 |
| Points / game | 17.4 | 5.8 |
| Games played | 7 | 4 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #28 | #20 |
| ADP | 15 | 12 |
| Scoring rank (season) | RB9 | RB58 |
| Snap share | 70% | 38% |
| Red-zone touches | 31 | 5 |
| Age | 22 | 29 |
| Bye week | 13 | 10 |
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 Saquon Barkley.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Ashton Jeanty or Saquon Barkley in 2026?
Ashton Jeanty is a clear call over Saquon Barkley for 2026, on the higher projection, the bigger workload and more room to grow.
Who is projected to score more, Ashton Jeanty or Saquon Barkley?
Ashton Jeanty carries the higher 2026 projection at 253 PPR points (14.9 per game), compared with 247 for Saquon Barkley.
Where are Ashton Jeanty and Saquon Barkley being drafted?
Saquon Barkley has an ADP around pick 12 (round 1), while Ashton Jeanty goes closer to pick 15 (round 2).
Who is ranked higher, Ashton Jeanty or Saquon Barkley?
Expert consensus ranks Saquon Barkley (RB8) ahead of Ashton Jeanty (RB11) for 2026.
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