Bucky Irving vs Jadarian Price
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
Bucky Irving- Higher projection: 197 vs 170 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 54 vs 64
- Market favorite: ADP 42.0 vs 62.7
Bucky Irving and Jadarian Price are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Bucky Irving holds the edge in expert consensus (RB19 to RB23). Bucky Irving typically comes off the board first, around pick 42 (round 4) to Jadarian Price's pick 63. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Bucky Irving at 197 PPR points (11.6 per game) versus Jadarian Price at 170.
For a 2026 redraft, Bucky Irving is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Irving | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 197 | 170 |
| Points / game | 13.9 | - |
| Games played | 10 | - |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #54 | #64 |
| ADP | 42 | 63 |
| Positional rank | RB33 | - |
| Snap share | 62% | - |
| Red-zone touches | 21 | - |
| Age | 24 | 22 |
| Bye week | 10 | 11 |
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 Jadarian Price.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Bucky Irving or Jadarian Price in 2026?
Bucky Irving is a clear call over Jadarian Price for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Bucky Irving or Jadarian Price?
Bucky Irving carries the higher 2026 projection at 197 PPR points (11.6 per game), compared with 170 for Jadarian Price.
Where are Bucky Irving and Jadarian Price being drafted?
Bucky Irving has an ADP around pick 42 (round 4), while Jadarian Price goes closer to pick 63 (round 6).
Who is ranked higher, Bucky Irving or Jadarian Price?
Expert consensus ranks Bucky Irving (RB19) ahead of Jadarian Price (RB23) for 2026.
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