Keaton Mitchell vs Mike Washington Jr.
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
Clear edge · 80% confident
Mike Washington Jr.- Higher projection: 98 vs 97 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 145 vs 148
- More durable: 7 games vs 6 last season
Keaton Mitchell and Mike Washington Jr. are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Mike Washington Jr. holds the edge in expert consensus (RB48 to RB50). Mike Washington Jr. typically comes off the board first, around pick 140 (round 12) to Keaton Mitchell's pick 183. The 2026 projections are nearly even: Mike Washington Jr. at 98 PPR points (5.7 per game) versus Keaton Mitchell at 97.
Last season Keaton Mitchell carried the heavier workload (32% snap share, 50 touches to Mike Washington Jr.'s 46), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Mike Washington Jr. is the solid pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Mitchell | Jr. |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 97 | 98 |
| Points / game | 6.2 | 4.2 |
| Games played | 6 | 7 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #148 | #145 |
| ADP | 183 | 140 |
| Scoring rank (season) | RB43 | RB52 |
| Snap share | 32% | 20% |
| Red-zone touches | 4 | 8 |
| Age | 24 | 23 |
| Bye week | 7 | 13 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Keaton Mitchell or Mike Washington Jr..
Frequently asked
Should I draft Keaton Mitchell or Mike Washington Jr. in 2026?
Mike Washington Jr. is a solid pick over Keaton Mitchell for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Keaton Mitchell or Mike Washington Jr.?
Mike Washington Jr. carries the higher 2026 projection at 98 PPR points (5.7 per game), compared with 97 for Keaton Mitchell.
Where are Keaton Mitchell and Mike Washington Jr. being drafted?
Mike Washington Jr. has an ADP around pick 140 (round 12), while Keaton Mitchell goes closer to pick 183 (round 16).
Who is ranked higher, Keaton Mitchell or Mike Washington Jr.?
Expert consensus ranks Mike Washington Jr. (RB48) ahead of Keaton Mitchell (RB50) for 2026.
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