Dylan Sampson vs Mike Washington
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 · 92% confident
Mike Washington- Higher projection: 98 vs 89 pts
- Market favorite: ADP 139.1 vs 207.5
Dylan Sampson and Mike Washington are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Dylan Sampson holds the edge in expert consensus (RB47 to RB48). Mike Washington typically comes off the board first, around pick 139 (round 12) to Dylan Sampson's pick 208. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Mike Washington at 98 PPR points (5.7 per game) versus Dylan Sampson at 89.
For a 2026 redraft, Mike Washington is the clear pick on the higher projection and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Sampson | Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 89 | 98 |
| Points / game | 5.8 | - |
| Games played | 15 | - |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #143 | #146 |
| ADP | 208 | 139 |
| Positional rank | RB53 | - |
| Snap share | 25% | - |
| Red-zone touches | 11 | - |
| Age | 21 | 23 |
| Bye week | 11 | 13 |
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 Mike Washington.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Dylan Sampson or Mike Washington in 2026?
Mike Washington is a clear call over Dylan Sampson for 2026, on the higher projection and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Dylan Sampson or Mike Washington?
Mike Washington carries the higher 2026 projection at 98 PPR points (5.7 per game), compared with 89 for Dylan Sampson.
Where are Dylan Sampson and Mike Washington being drafted?
Mike Washington has an ADP around pick 139 (round 12), while Dylan Sampson goes closer to pick 208 (round 18).
Who is ranked higher, Dylan Sampson or Mike Washington?
Expert consensus ranks Dylan Sampson (RB47) ahead of Mike Washington (RB48) for 2026.
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