Kimani Vidal vs Ray Davis
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
Kimani Vidal- Projects more over Weeks 8-11: 6.5 vs 0.9 pts/game
- More points per game: 5.7 vs 1.4
- More opportunity: 27% snap share, 4 red-zone touches
Kimani Vidal and Ray Davis are a Week 8 roster decision at running back. Over Weeks 8-11 the weekly projections clearly separate them: Kimani Vidal at 6.5 PPR points per game to Ray Davis's 0.9. This week's Clutch Score has Kimani Vidal at 6.2 PPR points to Ray Davis's 0.9.
So far in 2026 Kimani Vidal has carried the heavier workload (27% snap share, 33 touches to Ray Davis's 8), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. Kimani Vidal has scored more per game this season (5.7 to 1.4 PPR across 6 and 6 games). For the rest of the 2026 season, Kimani Vidal 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 | Vidal | Davis |
|---|---|---|
| This week · Week 8 | ||
| Clutch Score (proj. pts) | 6.2 | 0.9 |
| Position rank | RB44 | RB66 |
| Opponent | @ LAR | vs BAL |
| Weeks ahead · Weeks 8-11 | ||
| Projected pts / game | 6.5 | 0.9 |
| Season to date · 2026 | ||
| Fantasy pts (PPR) | 34.2 | 8.2 |
| Points / game | 5.7 | 1.4 |
| Games played | 6 | 6 |
| Scoring rank | RB46 | RB71 |
| Snap share | 27% | 11% |
| Red-zone touches | 4 | 0 |
| Player | ||
| Age | 25 | 26 |
| Bye week | 7 | 7 |
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: Kimani Vidal or Ray Davis.
Frequently asked
Should I roster Kimani Vidal or Ray Davis for the rest of 2026?
Kimani Vidal is a clear call over Ray Davis 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, Kimani Vidal or Ray Davis?
Kimani Vidal projects for 6.5 PPR points per game over Weeks 8-11, compared with 0.9 for Ray Davis. Bye weeks are left out of both.
Who has scored more this season, Kimani Vidal or Ray Davis?
Kimani Vidal has 34 PPR points in 2026 (5.7 per game over 6 games), to 8 for Ray Davis (1.4 per game over 6).
Who should I start in Week 8, Kimani Vidal or Ray Davis?
Kimani Vidal has the higher Week 8 Clutch Score, 6.2 PPR points to 0.9 for Ray Davis, after adjusting for matchup, Vegas and injury.
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