De'Von Achane vs Kenneth Walker III
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
Kenneth Walker III- More points per game: 24.6 vs 8.2
- More opportunity: 75% snap share, 32 red-zone touches
- Better scoring rank so far: RB2 vs RB56
De'Von Achane and Kenneth Walker III are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. De'Von Achane holds the edge in expert consensus (RB7 to RB9). De'Von Achane typically comes off the board first, around pick 13 (round 2) to Kenneth Walker III's pick 20. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: De'Von Achane at 257 PPR points (15.1 per game) versus Kenneth Walker III at 244.
Last season Kenneth Walker III carried the heavier workload (75% snap share, 147 touches to De'Von Achane's 46), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Kenneth Walker III is the solid pick on the bigger workload. De'Von Achane carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Head-to-head
| Stat | Achane | III |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 257 | 244 |
| Points / game | 8.2 | 24.6 |
| Games played | 3 | 6 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #19 | #23 |
| ADP | 13 | 20 |
| Scoring rank (season) | RB56 | RB2 |
| Snap share | 52% | 75% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 32 |
| Age | 25 | 26 |
| Bye week | 6 | 5 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: De'Von Achane or Kenneth Walker III.
Frequently asked
Should I draft De'Von Achane or Kenneth Walker III in 2026?
Kenneth Walker III is a solid pick over De'Von Achane for 2026, on the bigger workload. De'Von Achane carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Who is projected to score more, De'Von Achane or Kenneth Walker III?
De'Von Achane carries the higher 2026 projection at 257 PPR points (15.1 per game), compared with 244 for Kenneth Walker III.
Where are De'Von Achane and Kenneth Walker III being drafted?
De'Von Achane has an ADP around pick 13 (round 2), while Kenneth Walker III goes closer to pick 20 (round 2).
Who is ranked higher, De'Von Achane or Kenneth Walker III?
Expert consensus ranks De'Von Achane (RB7) ahead of Kenneth Walker III (RB9) for 2026.
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