De'Von Achane vs Tony Pollard
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
De'Von Achane- Higher projection: 257 vs 160 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 19 vs 81
- More points per game: 20.2 vs 10.9
De'Von Achane and Tony Pollard are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. De'Von Achane holds the edge in expert consensus (RB7 to RB28). De'Von Achane typically comes off the board first, around pick 14 (round 2) to Tony Pollard's pick 84. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: De'Von Achane at 257 PPR points (15.1 per game) versus Tony Pollard at 160.
Last season De'Von Achane carried the heavier workload (75% snap share, 323 touches to Tony Pollard's 283), 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, De'Von Achane is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Achane | Pollard |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 257 | 160 |
| Points / game | 20.2 | 10.9 |
| Games played | 16 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #19 | #81 |
| ADP | 14 | 84 |
| Positional rank | RB5 | RB23 |
| Snap share | 75% | 62% |
| Red-zone touches | 38 | 19 |
| Age | 24 | 29 |
| Bye week | 6 | 9 |
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 Tony Pollard.
Frequently asked
Should I draft De'Von Achane or Tony Pollard in 2026?
De'Von Achane is a clear call over Tony Pollard for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, De'Von Achane or Tony Pollard?
De'Von Achane carries the higher 2026 projection at 257 PPR points (15.1 per game), compared with 160 for Tony Pollard.
Where are De'Von Achane and Tony Pollard being drafted?
De'Von Achane has an ADP around pick 14 (round 2), while Tony Pollard goes closer to pick 84 (round 8).
Who is ranked higher, De'Von Achane or Tony Pollard?
Expert consensus ranks De'Von Achane (RB7) ahead of Tony Pollard (RB28) for 2026.
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