Emanuel Wilson vs Kaleb Johnson
Two running backs fantasy managers weigh against each other in Week 8. Here is the head-to-head on this week's Clutch Score, the next few weeks of projections and 2026 stats so far, with our verdict on who to roster.
Who to roster
Strong edge · 95% confident
Emanuel Wilson- Projects more over Weeks 8-11: 4.0 vs 0.0 pts/game
- More points per game: 10.7 vs 1.7
- More opportunity: 41% snap share, 17 red-zone touches
Emanuel Wilson and Kaleb Johnson are a Week 8 roster decision at running back. Over Weeks 8-11 the weekly projections clearly separate them: Emanuel Wilson at 4.0 PPR points per game to Kaleb Johnson's 0.0. This week's Clutch Score has Emanuel Wilson at 7.4 PPR points to Kaleb Johnson's 0.0.
So far in 2026 Emanuel Wilson has carried the heavier workload (41% snap share, 120 touches to Kaleb Johnson's 31), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Emanuel Wilson has scored more per game this season (10.7 to 1.7 PPR across 7 and 6 games). For the rest of the 2026 season, Emanuel Wilson is the clear pick on the better outlook over the next few weeks, the higher Week 8 Clutch Score and more points per game so far.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Wilson | Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| This week · Week 8 | ||
| Clutch Score (proj. pts) | 7.4 | 0.0 |
| Position rank | RB38 | RB86 |
| Opponent | vs CHI | vs CAR |
| Weeks ahead · Weeks 8-11 | ||
| Projected pts / game | 4.0 | 0.0 |
| Season to date · 2026 | ||
| Fantasy pts (PPR) | 74.8 | 10.4 |
| Points / game | 10.7 | 1.7 |
| Games played | 7 | 6 |
| Scoring rank | RB21 | RB69 |
| Snap share | 41% | 18% |
| Red-zone touches | 17 | 2 |
| Player | ||
| Age | 27 | 23 |
| Bye week | 11 | 11 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Points are PPR. Clutch Score adjusts this week's projection for matchup, Vegas and injury; the weeks ahead leave out a bye.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Emanuel Wilson or Kaleb Johnson.
Frequently asked
Should I roster Emanuel Wilson or Kaleb Johnson for the rest of 2026?
Emanuel Wilson is a clear call over Kaleb Johnson from Week 8 on, on the better outlook over the next few weeks, the higher Week 8 Clutch Score and more points per game so far.
Who is projected to score more over the next few weeks, Emanuel Wilson or Kaleb Johnson?
Emanuel Wilson projects for 4.0 PPR points per game over Weeks 8-11, compared with 0.0 for Kaleb Johnson. Bye weeks are left out of both.
Who has scored more this season, Emanuel Wilson or Kaleb Johnson?
Emanuel Wilson has 75 PPR points in 2026 (10.7 per game over 7 games), to 10 for Kaleb Johnson (1.7 per game over 6).
Who should I start in Week 8, Emanuel Wilson or Kaleb Johnson?
Emanuel Wilson has the higher Week 8 Clutch Score, 7.4 PPR points to 0.0 for Kaleb Johnson, after adjusting for matchup, Vegas and injury.
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Verdict weighs projected points per game over the weeks ahead, points per game so far, usage, scoring rank, health and games played. Data via the Sleeper API, refreshed daily.