Braelon Allen vs Emmett Johnson
Two running backs fantasy managers weigh against each other in Week 8. Here is the head-to-head on this week's Clutch Score, the next few weeks of projections and 2026 stats so far, with our verdict on who to roster.
Who to roster
Strong edge · 95% confident
Braelon Allen- Projects more over Weeks 8-11: 7.4 vs 4.5 pts/game
- More points per game: 10.9 vs 4.4
- More opportunity: 64% snap share, 12 red-zone touches
Braelon Allen and Emmett Johnson are a Week 8 roster decision at running back. Over Weeks 8-11 the weekly projections give a modest edge: Braelon Allen at 7.4 PPR points per game to Emmett Johnson's 4.5. This week's Clutch Score has Braelon Allen at 10.2 PPR points to Emmett Johnson's 3.9.
So far in 2026 Braelon Allen has carried the heavier workload (64% snap share, 111 touches to Emmett Johnson's 30), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Braelon Allen has scored more per game this season (10.9 to 4.4 PPR across 7 and 6 games). For the rest of the 2026 season, Braelon Allen is the clear pick on the better outlook over the next few weeks, the higher Week 8 Clutch Score and more points per game so far.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Allen | Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| This week · Week 8 | ||
| Clutch Score (proj. pts) | 10.2 | 3.9 |
| Position rank | RB25 | RB54 |
| Opponent | vs LV | @ DEN |
| Weeks ahead · Weeks 8-11 | ||
| Projected pts / game | 7.4 | 4.5 |
| Season to date · 2026 | ||
| Fantasy pts (PPR) | 76.3 | 26.1 |
| Points / game | 10.9 | 4.4 |
| Games played | 7 | 6 |
| Scoring rank | RB19 | RB56 |
| Snap share | 64% | 27% |
| Red-zone touches | 12 | 3 |
| Player | ||
| Age | 22 | 23 |
| Bye week | 13 | 5 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Points are PPR. Clutch Score adjusts this week's projection for matchup, Vegas and injury; the weeks ahead leave out a bye.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Braelon Allen or Emmett Johnson.
Frequently asked
Should I roster Braelon Allen or Emmett Johnson for the rest of 2026?
Braelon Allen is a clear call over Emmett Johnson from Week 8 on, on the better outlook over the next few weeks, the higher Week 8 Clutch Score and more points per game so far.
Who is projected to score more over the next few weeks, Braelon Allen or Emmett Johnson?
Braelon Allen projects for 7.4 PPR points per game over Weeks 8-11, compared with 4.5 for Emmett Johnson. Bye weeks are left out of both.
Who has scored more this season, Braelon Allen or Emmett Johnson?
Braelon Allen has 76 PPR points in 2026 (10.9 per game over 7 games), to 26 for Emmett Johnson (4.4 per game over 6).
Who should I start in Week 8, Braelon Allen or Emmett Johnson?
Braelon Allen has the higher Week 8 Clutch Score, 10.2 PPR points to 3.9 for Emmett Johnson, after adjusting for matchup, Vegas and injury.
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Verdict weighs projected points per game over the weeks ahead, points per game so far, usage, scoring rank, health and games played. Data via the Sleeper API, refreshed daily.