Audric Estime vs Brashard Smith
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
Brashard Smith- Higher projection: 26 vs 23 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 282 vs 315
- More opportunity: 15% snap share, 16 red-zone touches
Audric Estime and Brashard Smith are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Brashard Smith holds the edge in expert consensus (RB83 to RB92). Brashard Smith typically comes off the board first, around pick 226 (round 19) to Audric Estime's pick 237. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Brashard Smith at 26 PPR points (1.5 per game) versus Audric Estime at 23.
Last season Brashard Smith carried the heavier workload (15% snap share, 79 touches to Audric Estime's 59), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Brashard Smith is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Estime | Smith |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 23 | 26 |
| Points / game | 6.9 | 3.7 |
| Games played | 7 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #315 | #282 |
| ADP | 237 | 226 |
| Positional rank | RB67 | RB60 |
| Snap share | 31% | 15% |
| Red-zone touches | 5 | 16 |
| Age | 23 | 23 |
| Bye week | 8 | 5 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Audric Estime or Brashard Smith.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Audric Estime or Brashard Smith in 2026?
Brashard Smith is a clear call over Audric Estime for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Audric Estime or Brashard Smith?
Brashard Smith carries the higher 2026 projection at 26 PPR points (1.5 per game), compared with 23 for Audric Estime.
Where are Audric Estime and Brashard Smith being drafted?
Brashard Smith has an ADP around pick 226 (round 19), while Audric Estime goes closer to pick 237 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Audric Estime or Brashard Smith?
Expert consensus ranks Brashard Smith (RB83) ahead of Audric Estime (RB92) for 2026.
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