Bucky Irving vs Jonathon Brooks
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 155 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 54 vs 87
- More points per game: 20.3 vs 7.2
Bucky Irving and Jonathon Brooks are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Bucky Irving holds the edge in expert consensus (RB19 to RB30). Bucky Irving typically comes off the board first, around pick 44 (round 4) to Jonathon Brooks's pick 98. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Bucky Irving at 197 PPR points (11.6 per game) versus Jonathon Brooks at 155.
Last season Bucky Irving carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 15 touches to Jonathon Brooks's 6), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. 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 | Brooks |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 197 | 155 |
| Points / game | 20.3 | 7.2 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #54 | #87 |
| ADP | 44 | 98 |
| Positional rank | RB11 | RB35 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | 0 |
| Age | 24 | 23 |
| Bye week | 10 | 5 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Bucky Irving or Jonathon Brooks.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Bucky Irving or Jonathon Brooks in 2026?
Bucky Irving is a clear call over Jonathon Brooks for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Bucky Irving or Jonathon Brooks?
Bucky Irving carries the higher 2026 projection at 197 PPR points (11.6 per game), compared with 155 for Jonathon Brooks.
Where are Bucky Irving and Jonathon Brooks being drafted?
Bucky Irving has an ADP around pick 44 (round 4), while Jonathon Brooks goes closer to pick 98 (round 9).
Who is ranked higher, Bucky Irving or Jonathon Brooks?
Expert consensus ranks Bucky Irving (RB19) ahead of Jonathon Brooks (RB30) for 2026.
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