De'Von Achane vs Jahmyr Gibbs
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
Jahmyr Gibbs- Higher projection: 331 vs 257 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 2 vs 19
- More points per game: 21.6 vs 20.2
De'Von Achane and Jahmyr Gibbs are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Jahmyr Gibbs holds the edge in expert consensus (RB1 to RB7). Jahmyr Gibbs typically comes off the board first, around pick 2 (round 1) to De'Von Achane's pick 14. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Jahmyr Gibbs at 331 PPR points (19.5 per game) versus De'Von Achane at 257.
Last season Jahmyr Gibbs carried the heavier workload (67% snap share, 337 touches to De'Von Achane's 323), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Jahmyr Gibbs is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Achane | Gibbs |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 257 | 331 |
| Points / game | 20.2 | 21.6 |
| Games played | 16 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #19 | #2 |
| ADP | 14 | 2 |
| Positional rank | RB5 | RB3 |
| Snap share | 75% | 67% |
| Red-zone touches | 38 | 63 |
| Age | 24 | 24 |
| Bye week | 6 | 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: De'Von Achane or Jahmyr Gibbs.
Frequently asked
Should I draft De'Von Achane or Jahmyr Gibbs in 2026?
Jahmyr Gibbs is a clear call over De'Von Achane for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, De'Von Achane or Jahmyr Gibbs?
Jahmyr Gibbs carries the higher 2026 projection at 331 PPR points (19.5 per game), compared with 257 for De'Von Achane.
Where are De'Von Achane and Jahmyr Gibbs being drafted?
Jahmyr Gibbs has an ADP around pick 2 (round 1), while De'Von Achane goes closer to pick 14 (round 2).
Who is ranked higher, De'Von Achane or Jahmyr Gibbs?
Expert consensus ranks Jahmyr Gibbs (RB1) ahead of De'Von Achane (RB7) for 2026.
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