David Montgomery vs Jaylen Warren
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
Clear edge · 74% confident
Jaylen Warren- More points per game: 17.1 vs 9.1
- More opportunity: 76% snap share, 9 red-zone touches
- Better scoring rank so far: RB10 vs RB37
David Montgomery and Jaylen Warren are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. David Montgomery holds the edge in expert consensus (RB21 to RB26). David Montgomery typically comes off the board first, around pick 46 (round 4) to Jaylen Warren's pick 70. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: David Montgomery at 206 PPR points (12.1 per game) versus Jaylen Warren at 171.
Last season Jaylen Warren carried the heavier workload (76% snap share, 136 touches to David Montgomery's 59), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Jaylen Warren is the solid pick on the bigger workload. David Montgomery carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Head-to-head
| Stat | Montgomery | Warren |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 206 | 171 |
| Points / game | 9.1 | 17.1 |
| Games played | 5 | 7 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #59 | #71 |
| ADP | 46 | 70 |
| Scoring rank (season) | RB37 | RB10 |
| Snap share | 46% | 76% |
| Red-zone touches | 9 | 9 |
| Age | 29 | 27 |
| Bye week | 8 | 9 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: David Montgomery or Jaylen Warren.
Frequently asked
Should I draft David Montgomery or Jaylen Warren in 2026?
Jaylen Warren is a solid pick over David Montgomery for 2026, on the bigger workload. David Montgomery carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Who is projected to score more, David Montgomery or Jaylen Warren?
David Montgomery carries the higher 2026 projection at 206 PPR points (12.1 per game), compared with 171 for Jaylen Warren.
Where are David Montgomery and Jaylen Warren being drafted?
David Montgomery has an ADP around pick 46 (round 4), while Jaylen Warren goes closer to pick 70 (round 6).
Who is ranked higher, David Montgomery or Jaylen Warren?
Expert consensus ranks David Montgomery (RB21) ahead of Jaylen Warren (RB26) for 2026.
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