David Montgomery vs De'Von Achane
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
De'Von Achane- Higher projection: 257 vs 206 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 19 vs 59
- More points per game: 20.2 vs 9.8
David Montgomery and De'Von Achane are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. De'Von Achane holds the edge in expert consensus (RB7 to RB21). De'Von Achane typically comes off the board first, around pick 14 (round 2) to David Montgomery's pick 46. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: De'Von Achane at 257 PPR points (15.1 per game) versus David Montgomery at 206.
Last season De'Von Achane carried the heavier workload (75% snap share, 323 touches to David Montgomery's 187), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. De'Von Achane is the younger option (age 24), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, De'Von Achane is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Montgomery | Achane |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 206 | 257 |
| Points / game | 9.8 | 20.2 |
| Games played | 17 | 16 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #59 | #19 |
| ADP | 46 | 14 |
| Positional rank | RB27 | RB5 |
| Snap share | 37% | 75% |
| Red-zone touches | 35 | 38 |
| Age | 29 | 24 |
| Bye week | 8 | 6 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: David Montgomery or De'Von Achane.
Frequently asked
Should I draft David Montgomery or De'Von Achane in 2026?
De'Von Achane is a clear call over David Montgomery for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, David Montgomery or De'Von Achane?
De'Von Achane carries the higher 2026 projection at 257 PPR points (15.1 per game), compared with 206 for David Montgomery.
Where are David Montgomery and De'Von Achane being drafted?
De'Von Achane has an ADP around pick 14 (round 2), while David Montgomery goes closer to pick 46 (round 4).
Who is ranked higher, David Montgomery or De'Von Achane?
Expert consensus ranks De'Von Achane (RB7) ahead of David Montgomery (RB21) for 2026.
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