Jahmyr Gibbs vs Jaylen Warren
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
Jahmyr Gibbs- Higher projection: 331 vs 171 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 2 vs 71
- More points per game: 21.6 vs 13.6
Jahmyr Gibbs and Jaylen Warren are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Jahmyr Gibbs holds the edge in expert consensus (RB1 to RB26). Jahmyr Gibbs typically comes off the board first, around pick 2 (round 1) to Jaylen Warren's pick 72. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Jahmyr Gibbs at 331 PPR points (19.5 per game) versus Jaylen Warren at 171.
Last season Jahmyr Gibbs carried the heavier workload (67% snap share, 337 touches to Jaylen Warren's 256), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Jahmyr Gibbs is the younger option (age 24), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, Jahmyr Gibbs is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Gibbs | Warren |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 331 | 171 |
| Points / game | 21.6 | 13.6 |
| Games played | 17 | 16 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #2 | #71 |
| ADP | 2 | 72 |
| Positional rank | RB3 | RB17 |
| Snap share | 67% | 51% |
| Red-zone touches | 63 | 45 |
| Age | 24 | 27 |
| Bye week | 6 | 9 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Jahmyr Gibbs or Jaylen Warren.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Jahmyr Gibbs or Jaylen Warren in 2026?
Jahmyr Gibbs is a clear call over Jaylen Warren for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Jahmyr Gibbs or Jaylen Warren?
Jahmyr Gibbs carries the higher 2026 projection at 331 PPR points (19.5 per game), compared with 171 for Jaylen Warren.
Where are Jahmyr Gibbs and Jaylen Warren being drafted?
Jahmyr Gibbs has an ADP around pick 2 (round 1), while Jaylen Warren goes closer to pick 72 (round 6).
Who is ranked higher, Jahmyr Gibbs or Jaylen Warren?
Expert consensus ranks Jahmyr Gibbs (RB1) ahead of Jaylen Warren (RB26) for 2026.
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