James Conner 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
James Conner- Projects more over Weeks 8-11: 1.1 vs 0.0 pts/game
James Conner and Kaleb Johnson are a Week 8 roster decision at running back. Over Weeks 8-11 the weekly projections are nearly even: James Conner at 1.1 PPR points per game to Kaleb Johnson's 0.0. This week's Clutch Score has James Conner at 0.0 PPR points to Kaleb Johnson's 0.0.
For the rest of the 2026 season, James Conner is the clear pick on the better outlook over the next few weeks.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Conner | Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| This week · Week 8 | ||
| Clutch Score (proj. pts) | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Position rank | RB81 | RB86 |
| Opponent | @ DAL | vs CAR |
| Weeks ahead · Weeks 8-11 | ||
| Projected pts / game | 1.1 | 0.0 |
| Season to date · 2026 | ||
| Fantasy pts (PPR) | - | 10.4 |
| Points / game | - | 1.7 |
| Games played | - | 6 |
| Scoring rank | - | RB69 |
| Snap share | - | 18% |
| Red-zone touches | - | 2 |
| Player | ||
| Age | 31 | 23 |
| Bye week | 14 | 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: James Conner or Kaleb Johnson.
Frequently asked
Should I roster James Conner or Kaleb Johnson for the rest of 2026?
James Conner is a clear call over Kaleb Johnson from Week 8 on, on the better outlook over the next few weeks.
Who is projected to score more over the next few weeks, James Conner or Kaleb Johnson?
James Conner projects for 1.1 PPR points per game over Weeks 8-11, compared with 0.0 for Kaleb Johnson. Bye weeks are left out of both.
Who should I start in Week 8, James Conner or Kaleb Johnson?
James Conner has the higher Week 8 Clutch Score, 0.0 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.