Jaylen Warren vs Tony Pollard
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
Jaylen Warren- Higher projection: 171 vs 160 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 71 vs 81
- More points per game: 13.6 vs 10.9
Jaylen Warren and Tony Pollard are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Jaylen Warren holds the edge in expert consensus (RB26 to RB28). Jaylen Warren typically comes off the board first, around pick 72 (round 6) to Tony Pollard's pick 84. The 2026 projections give a modest edge: Jaylen Warren at 171 PPR points (10.0 per game) versus Tony Pollard at 160.
Last season Tony Pollard carried the heavier workload (62% snap share, 283 touches to Jaylen Warren's 256), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Jaylen Warren is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Warren | Pollard |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 171 | 160 |
| Points / game | 13.6 | 10.9 |
| Games played | 16 | 17 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #71 | #81 |
| ADP | 72 | 84 |
| Positional rank | RB17 | RB23 |
| Snap share | 51% | 62% |
| Red-zone touches | 45 | 19 |
| Age | 27 | 29 |
| Bye week | 9 | 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: Jaylen Warren or Tony Pollard.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Jaylen Warren or Tony Pollard in 2026?
Jaylen Warren is a clear call over Tony Pollard for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Jaylen Warren or Tony Pollard?
Jaylen Warren carries the higher 2026 projection at 171 PPR points (10.0 per game), compared with 160 for Tony Pollard.
Where are Jaylen Warren and Tony Pollard being drafted?
Jaylen Warren has an ADP around pick 72 (round 6), while Tony Pollard goes closer to pick 84 (round 8).
Who is ranked higher, Jaylen Warren or Tony Pollard?
Expert consensus ranks Jaylen Warren (RB26) ahead of Tony Pollard (RB28) for 2026.
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