Bucky Irving vs Derrick Henry
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
Derrick Henry- Higher projection: 247 vs 197 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 32 vs 54
- More points per game: 16.4 vs 13.9
Bucky Irving and Derrick Henry are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Derrick Henry holds the edge in expert consensus (RB12 to RB19). Derrick Henry typically comes off the board first, around pick 17 (round 2) to Bucky Irving's pick 42. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Derrick Henry at 247 PPR points (14.5 per game) versus Bucky Irving at 197.
Last season Derrick Henry carried the heavier workload (54% snap share, 328 touches to Bucky Irving's 208), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Bucky Irving is the younger option (age 24), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Derrick Henry is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Irving | Henry |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 197 | 247 |
| Points / game | 13.9 | 16.4 |
| Games played | 10 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #54 | #32 |
| ADP | 42 | 17 |
| Positional rank | RB33 | RB8 |
| Snap share | 62% | 54% |
| Red-zone touches | 21 | 64 |
| Age | 24 | 32 |
| Bye week | 10 | 13 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Bucky Irving or Derrick Henry.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Bucky Irving or Derrick Henry in 2026?
Derrick Henry is a clear call over Bucky Irving for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Bucky Irving or Derrick Henry?
Derrick Henry carries the higher 2026 projection at 247 PPR points (14.5 per game), compared with 197 for Bucky Irving.
Where are Bucky Irving and Derrick Henry being drafted?
Derrick Henry has an ADP around pick 17 (round 2), while Bucky Irving goes closer to pick 42 (round 4).
Who is ranked higher, Bucky Irving or Derrick Henry?
Expert consensus ranks Derrick Henry (RB12) ahead of Bucky Irving (RB19) for 2026.
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