James Conner vs Jaylen Wright
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
James Conner- Higher projection: 57 vs 44 pts
- More points per game: 11.1 vs 4.8
- More opportunity: 50% snap share, 5 red-zone touches
James Conner and Jaylen Wright are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Jaylen Wright holds the edge in expert consensus (RB69 to RB70). James Conner typically comes off the board first, around pick 231 (round 20) to Jaylen Wright's pick 248. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: James Conner at 57 PPR points (3.4 per game) versus Jaylen Wright at 44.
Last season Jaylen Wright carried the heavier workload (14% snap share, 79 touches to James Conner's 41), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Jaylen Wright is the younger option (age 23), which tilts the long-term and dynasty edge. For a 2026 redraft, James Conner is the clear pick on the higher projection and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Conner | Wright |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 57 | 44 |
| Points / game | 11.1 | 4.8 |
| Games played | 3 | 10 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #243 | #241 |
| ADP | 231 | 248 |
| Positional rank | RB73 | RB66 |
| Snap share | 50% | 14% |
| Red-zone touches | 5 | 12 |
| Age | 31 | 23 |
| Bye week | 14 | 6 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2025 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: James Conner or Jaylen Wright.
Frequently asked
Should I draft James Conner or Jaylen Wright in 2026?
James Conner is a clear call over Jaylen Wright for 2026, on the higher projection and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, James Conner or Jaylen Wright?
James Conner carries the higher 2026 projection at 57 PPR points (3.4 per game), compared with 44 for Jaylen Wright.
Where are James Conner and Jaylen Wright being drafted?
James Conner has an ADP around pick 231 (round 20), while Jaylen Wright goes closer to pick 248 (round 21).
Who is ranked higher, James Conner or Jaylen Wright?
Expert consensus ranks Jaylen Wright (RB69) ahead of James Conner (RB70) for 2026.
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