Derrick Henry vs Omarion Hampton
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
Derrick Henry- Higher projection: 247 vs 243 pts
- More points per game: 16.4 vs 15.1
- More opportunity: 54% snap share, 64 red-zone touches
Derrick Henry and Omarion Hampton are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Omarion Hampton holds the edge in expert consensus (RB10 to RB12). Omarion Hampton typically comes off the board first, around pick 15 (round 2) to Derrick Henry's pick 17. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Derrick Henry at 247 PPR points (14.5 per game) versus Omarion Hampton at 243.
Last season Derrick Henry carried the heavier workload (54% snap share, 328 touches to Omarion Hampton's 159), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Omarion Hampton is the younger option (age 23), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Derrick Henry is the clear pick on the higher projection and the bigger workload.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Henry | Hampton |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 247 | 243 |
| Points / game | 16.4 | 15.1 |
| Games played | 17 | 9 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #32 | #25 |
| ADP | 17 | 15 |
| Positional rank | RB8 | RB34 |
| Snap share | 54% | 63% |
| Red-zone touches | 64 | 24 |
| Age | 32 | 23 |
| Bye week | 13 | 7 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Derrick Henry or Omarion Hampton.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Derrick Henry or Omarion Hampton in 2026?
Derrick Henry is a clear call over Omarion Hampton for 2026, on the higher projection and the bigger workload.
Who is projected to score more, Derrick Henry or Omarion Hampton?
Derrick Henry carries the higher 2026 projection at 247 PPR points (14.5 per game), compared with 243 for Omarion Hampton.
Where are Derrick Henry and Omarion Hampton being drafted?
Omarion Hampton has an ADP around pick 15 (round 2), while Derrick Henry goes closer to pick 17 (round 2).
Who is ranked higher, Derrick Henry or Omarion Hampton?
Expert consensus ranks Omarion Hampton (RB10) ahead of Derrick Henry (RB12) for 2026.
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