Javonte Williams 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
Javonte Williams- Higher projection: 212 vs 171 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 42 vs 71
- More points per game: 15.2 vs 13.6
Javonte Williams and Jaylen Warren are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Javonte Williams holds the edge in expert consensus (RB15 to RB26). Javonte Williams typically comes off the board first, around pick 32 (round 3) to Jaylen Warren's pick 72. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Javonte Williams at 212 PPR points (12.5 per game) versus Jaylen Warren at 171.
Last season Javonte Williams carried the heavier workload (68% snap share, 303 touches to Jaylen Warren's 256), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Javonte Williams is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Williams | Warren |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 212 | 171 |
| Points / game | 15.2 | 13.6 |
| Games played | 16 | 16 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #42 | #71 |
| ADP | 32 | 72 |
| Positional rank | RB12 | RB17 |
| Snap share | 68% | 51% |
| Red-zone touches | 63 | 45 |
| Age | 26 | 27 |
| Bye week | 14 | 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: Javonte Williams or Jaylen Warren.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Javonte Williams or Jaylen Warren in 2026?
Javonte Williams 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, Javonte Williams or Jaylen Warren?
Javonte Williams carries the higher 2026 projection at 212 PPR points (12.5 per game), compared with 171 for Jaylen Warren.
Where are Javonte Williams and Jaylen Warren being drafted?
Javonte Williams has an ADP around pick 32 (round 3), while Jaylen Warren goes closer to pick 72 (round 6).
Who is ranked higher, Javonte Williams or Jaylen Warren?
Expert consensus ranks Javonte Williams (RB15) ahead of Jaylen Warren (RB26) for 2026.
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