Kaleb Johnson vs Samaje Perine
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
Samaje Perine- Projects more over Weeks 8-11: 6.4 vs 0.0 pts/game
- More points per game: 6.3 vs 1.7
- More opportunity: 35% snap share, 10 red-zone touches
Kaleb Johnson and Samaje Perine are a Week 8 roster decision at running back. Over Weeks 8-11 the weekly projections clearly separate them: Samaje Perine at 6.4 PPR points per game to Kaleb Johnson's 0.0. This week's Clutch Score has Samaje Perine at 8.0 PPR points to Kaleb Johnson's 0.0.
So far in 2026 Samaje Perine has carried the heavier workload (35% snap share, 41 touches to Kaleb Johnson's 31), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Samaje Perine has scored more per game this season (6.3 to 1.7 PPR across 6 and 6 games). For the rest of the 2026 season, Samaje Perine is the clear pick on the better outlook over the next few weeks, the higher Week 8 Clutch Score and more points per game so far.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Johnson | Perine |
|---|---|---|
| This week · Week 8 | ||
| Clutch Score (proj. pts) | 0.0 | 8.0 |
| Position rank | RB86 | RB35 |
| Opponent | vs CAR | vs TEN |
| Weeks ahead · Weeks 8-11 | ||
| Projected pts / game | 0.0 | 6.4 |
| Season to date · 2026 | ||
| Fantasy pts (PPR) | 10.4 | 37.7 |
| Points / game | 1.7 | 6.3 |
| Games played | 6 | 6 |
| Scoring rank | RB69 | RB43 |
| Snap share | 18% | 35% |
| Red-zone touches | 2 | 10 |
| Player | ||
| Age | 23 | 31 |
| Bye week | 11 | 6 |
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: Kaleb Johnson or Samaje Perine.
Frequently asked
Should I roster Kaleb Johnson or Samaje Perine for the rest of 2026?
Samaje Perine is a clear call over Kaleb Johnson from Week 8 on, on the better outlook over the next few weeks, the higher Week 8 Clutch Score and more points per game so far.
Who is projected to score more over the next few weeks, Kaleb Johnson or Samaje Perine?
Samaje Perine projects for 6.4 PPR points per game over Weeks 8-11, compared with 0.0 for Kaleb Johnson. Bye weeks are left out of both.
Who has scored more this season, Kaleb Johnson or Samaje Perine?
Samaje Perine has 38 PPR points in 2026 (6.3 per game over 6 games), to 10 for Kaleb Johnson (1.7 per game over 6).
Who should I start in Week 8, Kaleb Johnson or Samaje Perine?
Samaje Perine has the higher Week 8 Clutch Score, 8.0 PPR points to 0.0 for Kaleb Johnson, after adjusting for matchup, Vegas and injury.
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