Dylan Sampson vs Keaton Mitchell
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
Dylan Sampson- Experts agree: consensus rank 143 vs 148
- More points per game: 5.8 vs 4.3
- More opportunity: 25% snap share, 11 red-zone touches
Keaton Mitchell carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Dylan Sampson and Keaton Mitchell are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Dylan Sampson holds the edge in expert consensus (RB47 to RB50). Keaton Mitchell typically comes off the board first, around pick 186 (round 16) to Dylan Sampson's pick 208. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Keaton Mitchell at 97 PPR points (5.7 per game) versus Dylan Sampson at 89.
Last season Dylan Sampson carried the heavier workload (25% snap share, 105 touches to Keaton Mitchell's 71), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Dylan Sampson is the younger option (age 21), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Dylan Sampson is the clear pick on stronger expert consensus, the bigger workload and more room to grow. Keaton Mitchell carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Head-to-head
| Stat | Sampson | Mitchell |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 89 | 97 |
| Points / game | 5.8 | 4.3 |
| Games played | 15 | 13 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #143 | #148 |
| ADP | 208 | 186 |
| Positional rank | RB53 | RB63 |
| Snap share | 25% | 17% |
| Red-zone touches | 11 | 11 |
| Age | 21 | 24 |
| Bye week | 11 | 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: Dylan Sampson or Keaton Mitchell.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Dylan Sampson or Keaton Mitchell in 2026?
Dylan Sampson is a clear call over Keaton Mitchell for 2026, on stronger expert consensus, the bigger workload and more room to grow. Keaton Mitchell carries more upside if you need a ceiling (younger / higher projection).
Who is projected to score more, Dylan Sampson or Keaton Mitchell?
Keaton Mitchell carries the higher 2026 projection at 97 PPR points (5.7 per game), compared with 89 for Dylan Sampson.
Where are Dylan Sampson and Keaton Mitchell being drafted?
Keaton Mitchell has an ADP around pick 186 (round 16), while Dylan Sampson goes closer to pick 208 (round 18).
Who is ranked higher, Dylan Sampson or Keaton Mitchell?
Expert consensus ranks Dylan Sampson (RB47) ahead of Keaton Mitchell (RB50) for 2026.
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