Israel Abanikanda vs Rasheen Ali
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
Rasheen Ali- Projects more over Weeks 8-11: 0.3 vs 0.0 pts/game
- More durable: 7 games played vs 1
Israel Abanikanda and Rasheen Ali are a Week 8 roster decision at running back. Over Weeks 8-11 the weekly projections are nearly even: Rasheen Ali at 0.3 PPR points per game to Israel Abanikanda's 0.0. This week's Clutch Score has Rasheen Ali at 0.3 PPR points to Israel Abanikanda's 0.0.
Rasheen Ali has scored more per game this season (0.3 to 0.0 PPR across 7 and 1 games). For the rest of the 2026 season, Rasheen Ali 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 | Abanikanda | Ali |
|---|---|---|
| This week · Week 8 | ||
| Clutch Score (proj. pts) | 0.0 | 0.3 |
| Position rank | RB85 | RB69 |
| Opponent | vs ARI | @ BUF |
| Weeks ahead · Weeks 8-11 | ||
| Projected pts / game | 0.0 | 0.3 |
| Season to date · 2026 | ||
| Fantasy pts (PPR) | 0.0 | 1.9 |
| Points / game | - | 0.3 |
| Games played | 1 | 7 |
| Scoring rank | - | RB76 |
| Snap share | - | 1% |
| Red-zone touches | - | 0 |
| Player | ||
| Age | 24 | 25 |
| Bye week | - | 13 |
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: Israel Abanikanda or Rasheen Ali.
Frequently asked
Should I roster Israel Abanikanda or Rasheen Ali for the rest of 2026?
Rasheen Ali is a clear call over Israel Abanikanda 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, Israel Abanikanda or Rasheen Ali?
Rasheen Ali projects for 0.3 PPR points per game over Weeks 8-11, compared with 0.0 for Israel Abanikanda. Bye weeks are left out of both.
Who has scored more this season, Israel Abanikanda or Rasheen Ali?
Rasheen Ali has 2 PPR points in 2026 (0.3 per game over 7 games), to 0 for Israel Abanikanda (0.0 per game over 1).
Who should I start in Week 8, Israel Abanikanda or Rasheen Ali?
Rasheen Ali has the higher Week 8 Clutch Score, 0.3 PPR points to 0.0 for Israel Abanikanda, 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.