De'Von Achane vs Quinshon Judkins
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
Quinshon Judkins- More points per game: 13.3 vs 8.2
- More opportunity: 60% snap share, 16 red-zone touches
- Better scoring rank so far: RB18 vs RB56
De'Von Achane and Quinshon Judkins are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. De'Von Achane holds the edge in expert consensus (RB7 to RB22). De'Von Achane typically comes off the board first, around pick 13 (round 2) to Quinshon Judkins's pick 54. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: De'Von Achane at 257 PPR points (15.1 per game) versus Quinshon Judkins at 196.
Last season Quinshon Judkins carried the heavier workload (60% snap share, 111 touches to De'Von Achane's 46), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Quinshon Judkins is the younger option (age 22), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Quinshon Judkins is the solid pick on the bigger workload and more room to grow. De'Von Achane carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Head-to-head
| Stat | Achane | Judkins |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 257 | 196 |
| Points / game | 8.2 | 13.3 |
| Games played | 3 | 6 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #19 | #60 |
| ADP | 13 | 54 |
| Scoring rank (season) | RB56 | RB18 |
| Snap share | 52% | 60% |
| Red-zone touches | 7 | 16 |
| Age | 25 | 22 |
| Bye week | 6 | 11 |
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 Quinshon Judkins.
Frequently asked
Should I draft De'Von Achane or Quinshon Judkins in 2026?
Quinshon Judkins is a solid pick over De'Von Achane for 2026, on the bigger workload and more room to grow. De'Von Achane carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Who is projected to score more, De'Von Achane or Quinshon Judkins?
De'Von Achane carries the higher 2026 projection at 257 PPR points (15.1 per game), compared with 196 for Quinshon Judkins.
Where are De'Von Achane and Quinshon Judkins being drafted?
De'Von Achane has an ADP around pick 13 (round 2), while Quinshon Judkins goes closer to pick 54 (round 5).
Who is ranked higher, De'Von Achane or Quinshon Judkins?
Expert consensus ranks De'Von Achane (RB7) ahead of Quinshon Judkins (RB22) for 2026.
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