Chuba Hubbard vs Kenny Gainwell
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
Kenny Gainwell- Higher projection: 152 vs 148 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 92 vs 95
- More points per game: 13.1 vs 8.4
Chuba Hubbard and Kenny Gainwell are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Kenny Gainwell holds the edge in expert consensus (RB32 to RB33). Chuba Hubbard typically comes off the board first, around pick 80 (round 7) to Kenny Gainwell's pick 111. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Kenny Gainwell at 152 PPR points (9.0 per game) versus Chuba Hubbard at 148.
Last season Kenny Gainwell carried the heavier workload (49% snap share, 199 touches to Chuba Hubbard's 173), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Kenny Gainwell is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Hubbard | Gainwell |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 148 | 152 |
| Points / game | 8.4 | 13.1 |
| Games played | 15 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #95 | #92 |
| ADP | 80 | 111 |
| Positional rank | RB37 | RB16 |
| Snap share | 47% | 49% |
| Red-zone touches | 23 | 36 |
| Age | 27 | 27 |
| Bye week | 5 | 10 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Chuba Hubbard or Kenny Gainwell.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Chuba Hubbard or Kenny Gainwell in 2026?
Kenny Gainwell is a clear call over Chuba Hubbard for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Chuba Hubbard or Kenny Gainwell?
Kenny Gainwell carries the higher 2026 projection at 152 PPR points (9.0 per game), compared with 148 for Chuba Hubbard.
Where are Chuba Hubbard and Kenny Gainwell being drafted?
Chuba Hubbard has an ADP around pick 80 (round 7), while Kenny Gainwell goes closer to pick 111 (round 10).
Who is ranked higher, Chuba Hubbard or Kenny Gainwell?
Expert consensus ranks Kenny Gainwell (RB32) ahead of Chuba Hubbard (RB33) for 2026.
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