Braelon Allen vs Kimani Vidal
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
Braelon Allen- Experts agree: consensus rank 169 vs 199
- More points per game: 10.9 vs 5.7
- More opportunity: 61% snap share, 12 red-zone touches
Braelon Allen and Kimani Vidal are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Braelon Allen holds the edge in expert consensus (RB56 to RB59). Braelon Allen typically comes off the board first, around pick 210 (round 18) to Kimani Vidal's pick 238. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Kimani Vidal at 60 PPR points (3.5 per game) versus Braelon Allen at 52.
Last season Braelon Allen carried the heavier workload (61% snap share, 111 touches to Kimani Vidal's 33), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Braelon Allen is the younger option (age 22), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Braelon Allen is the clear pick on stronger expert consensus, an earlier ADP and the bigger workload. Kimani Vidal carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Head-to-head
| Stat | Allen | Vidal |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 52 | 60 |
| Points / game | 10.9 | 5.7 |
| Games played | 7 | 6 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #169 | #199 |
| ADP | 210 | 238 |
| Scoring rank (season) | RB19 | RB45 |
| Snap share | 61% | 27% |
| Red-zone touches | 12 | 4 |
| Age | 22 | 25 |
| Bye week | 13 | 7 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Braelon Allen or Kimani Vidal.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Braelon Allen or Kimani Vidal in 2026?
Braelon Allen is a clear call over Kimani Vidal for 2026, on stronger expert consensus, an earlier ADP and the bigger workload. Kimani Vidal carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Who is projected to score more, Braelon Allen or Kimani Vidal?
Kimani Vidal carries the higher 2026 projection at 60 PPR points (3.5 per game), compared with 52 for Braelon Allen.
Where are Braelon Allen and Kimani Vidal being drafted?
Braelon Allen has an ADP around pick 210 (round 18), while Kimani Vidal goes closer to pick 238 (round 20).
Who is ranked higher, Braelon Allen or Kimani Vidal?
Expert consensus ranks Braelon Allen (RB56) ahead of Kimani Vidal (RB59) for 2026.
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