Mike Washington Jr. vs Tank Bigsby
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- Higher projection: 98 vs 65 pts
- Experts agree: consensus rank 144 vs 155
- More opportunity: 20% snap share, 8 red-zone touches
Mike Washington Jr. and Tank Bigsby are a common 2026 draft-day decision at running back. Mike Washington Jr. holds the edge in expert consensus (RB48 to RB51). Mike Washington Jr. typically comes off the board first, around pick 140 (round 12) to Tank Bigsby's pick 183. The 2026 projections clearly separate them: Mike Washington Jr. at 98 PPR points (5.7 per game) versus Tank Bigsby at 65.
Last season Mike Washington Jr. carried the heavier workload (20% snap share, 46 touches to Tank Bigsby's 32), and opportunity is the most stable predictor of fantasy value. For a 2026 redraft, Mike Washington Jr. is the clear pick on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Head-to-head
| Stat | Jr. | Bigsby |
|---|---|---|
| Projected points | 98 | 65 |
| Points / game | 4.2 | 4.3 |
| Games played | 7 | 4 |
| Expert rank (ECR) | #144 | #155 |
| ADP | 140 | 183 |
| Scoring rank (season) | RB52 | RB64 |
| Snap share | 20% | 26% |
| Red-zone touches | 8 | 5 |
| Age | 23 | 24 |
| Bye week | 13 | 10 |
Highlighted value wins each row. Season stats are 2026 (PPR); projections, ADP and consensus are for 2026.
Setting a lineup this week? Start/sit: Mike Washington Jr. or Tank Bigsby.
Frequently asked
Should I draft Mike Washington Jr. or Tank Bigsby in 2026?
Mike Washington Jr. is a clear call over Tank Bigsby for 2026, on the higher projection, stronger expert consensus and an earlier ADP.
Who is projected to score more, Mike Washington Jr. or Tank Bigsby?
Mike Washington Jr. carries the higher 2026 projection at 98 PPR points (5.7 per game), compared with 65 for Tank Bigsby.
Where are Mike Washington Jr. and Tank Bigsby being drafted?
Mike Washington Jr. has an ADP around pick 140 (round 12), while Tank Bigsby goes closer to pick 183 (round 16).
Who is ranked higher, Mike Washington Jr. or Tank Bigsby?
Expert consensus ranks Mike Washington Jr. (RB48) ahead of Tank Bigsby (RB51) for 2026.
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