De'Von Achane vs Jonathan Taylor
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
Jonathan Taylor- Higher projection: 272 vs 257 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 10 vs 19
- More points per game: 21.3 vs 20.2
De'Von Achane and Jonathan Taylor are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Jonathan Taylor holds the edge in expert consensus (RB4 to RB7). Jonathan Taylor typically comes off the board first, around pick 8 (round 1) to De'Von Achane's pick 14. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Jonathan Taylor at 272 PPR points (16.0 per game) versus De'Von Achane at 257.
Last season Jonathan Taylor carried the heavier workload (84% snap share, 378 touches to De'Von Achane's 323), 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, Jonathan Taylor is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Achane | Taylor |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 257 | 272 |
| Points / game | 20.2 | 21.3 |
| Games played | 16 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #19 | #10 |
| ADP | 14 | 8 |
| Positional rank | RB5 | RB4 |
| Snap share | 75% | 84% |
| Red-zone touches | 38 | 74 |
| Age | 24 | 27 |
| Bye week | 6 | 13 |
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 Jonathan Taylor.
Frequently asked
Should I draft De'Von Achane or Jonathan Taylor in 2026?
Jonathan Taylor 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 Jonathan Taylor?
Jonathan Taylor carries the higher 2026 projection at 272 PPR points (16.0 per game), compared with 257 for De'Von Achane.
Where are De'Von Achane and Jonathan Taylor being drafted?
Jonathan Taylor has an ADP around pick 8 (round 1), while De'Von Achane goes closer to pick 14 (round 2).
Who is ranked higher, De'Von Achane or Jonathan Taylor?
Expert consensus ranks Jonathan Taylor (RB4) ahead of De'Von Achane (RB7) for 2026.
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