Connor Heyward vs Dean Connors
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
Connor Heyward- Higher projection: 15 vs 8 pts
Connor Heyward and Dean Connors are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Dean Connors typically comes off the board first, around pick 666 (round 56) to Connor Heyward's pick 682. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Connor Heyward at 15 PPR points (0.9 per game) versus Dean Connors at 8.
Dean Connors is the younger option (age 23), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Connor Heyward is the clear pick on the higher projection.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Heyward | Connors |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 15 | 8 |
| Points / game | 1.6 | - |
| Games played | 17 | - |
| Expert rank (ECR) | - | #555 |
| ADP | 682 | 666 |
| Positional rank | RB78 | - |
| Snap share | 8% | - |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | - |
| Age | 27 | 23 |
| Bye week | - | 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: Connor Heyward or Dean Connors.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Connor Heyward or Dean Connors in 2026?
Connor Heyward is a clear call over Dean Connors for 2026, on the higher projection.
Who is projected to score more, Connor Heyward or Dean Connors?
Connor Heyward carries the higher 2026 projection at 15 PPR points (0.9 per game), compared with 8 for Dean Connors.
Where are Connor Heyward and Dean Connors being drafted?
Dean Connors has an ADP around pick 666 (round 56), while Connor Heyward goes closer to pick 682 (round 57).
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Verdict blends projections, usage, positional rank, consensus and health. Data via the Sleeper API and FantasyPros consensus, refreshed daily.