Jonathon Brooks vs Quinshon Judkins
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
Quinshon Judkins- Higher projection: 196 vs 155 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 60 vs 87
- More opportunity: 0% snap share, 2 red-zone touches
Jonathon Brooks and Quinshon Judkins are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Quinshon Judkins holds the edge in expert consensus (RB22 to RB30). Quinshon Judkins typically comes off the board first, around pick 54 (round 5) to Jonathon Brooks's pick 98. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Quinshon Judkins at 196 PPR points (11.5 per game) versus Jonathon Brooks at 155.
Last season Quinshon Judkins carried the heavier workload (0% snap share, 14 touches to Jonathon Brooks's 6), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Quinshon Judkins is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Brooks | Judkins |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 155 | 196 |
| Points / game | 7.2 | 7.0 |
| Games played | 1 | 1 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #87 | #60 |
| ADP | 98 | 54 |
| Positional rank | RB35 | RB36 |
| Snap share | 0% | 0% |
| Red-zone touches | 0 | 2 |
| Age | 23 | 22 |
| Bye week | 5 | 11 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Jonathon Brooks or Quinshon Judkins.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Jonathon Brooks or Quinshon Judkins in 2026?
Quinshon Judkins is a clear call over Jonathon Brooks for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Jonathon Brooks or Quinshon Judkins?
Quinshon Judkins carries the higher 2026 projection at 196 PPR points (11.5 per game), compared with 155 for Jonathon Brooks.
Where are Jonathon Brooks and Quinshon Judkins being drafted?
Quinshon Judkins has an ADP around pick 54 (round 5), while Jonathon Brooks goes closer to pick 98 (round 9).
Who is ranked higher, Jonathon Brooks or Quinshon Judkins?
Expert consensus ranks Quinshon Judkins (RB22) ahead of Jonathon Brooks (RB30) for 2026.
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