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Ashton Jeanty vs Quinshon JudkinsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Ashton Jeanty is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.8 PPG to Quinshon Judkins's 11.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Ashton Jeanty is the better fantasy play this season.

Ashton Jeanty is the better play on a neutral week. 12.8 PPG with 1,321 yards gives a reliable baseline. Quinshon Judkins at 11.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Ashton Jeanty higher, but do not fade Quinshon Judkins entirely.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBLas Vegas Raiders#17PPG LEADER
Ashton Jeanty
PPG
12.8
Games
17
Rush Yds
975
Rush TDs
5
Rec
55
Rec Yds
346
Bye
Week 13
RBCleveland Browns#23
Quinshon Judkins
PPG
11.2
Games
14
Rush Yds
827
Rush TDs
7
Rec
26
Rec Yds
171
Bye
Week 11

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Ashton Jeanty
Quinshon Judkins

Head to Head

12.8 PPG11.2 PPG
17 GP14 GP
Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Ashton Jeanty: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #17 at the position). Quinshon Judkins: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #23 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Ashton Jeanty is producing at 58% of elite pace and Quinshon Judkins at 51%. That ranking gap means Ashton Jeanty carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Ashton Jeanty vs Quinshon Judkins: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Ashton Jeanty and Quinshon Judkins is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Las Vegas Raiders running back put up 12.8 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Quinshon Judkins of the Cleveland Browns averaged 11.2 in 14. A 1.6-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 1.6 points favors Ashton Jeanty, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

Ashton Jeanty is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 55 targets into 346 yards, while Quinshon Judkins profiles as a more traditional rusher with 827 rushing yards and 7 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Ashton Jeanty carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Ashton Jeanty is off Week 13 and Quinshon Judkins Week 11. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in running back for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Ashton Jeanty (age 22) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Quinshon Judkins (age 22) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

  • Ashton Jeanty outscored Quinshon Judkins by a projected 27 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Ashton Jeanty played 17 games in 2025 compared to Quinshon Judkins's 14. That durability gap means Ashton Jeanty contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Ashton Jeanty scored 10 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
  • Ashton Jeanty caught 55 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Ashton Jeanty vs Quinshon Judkins: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatAshton JeantyQuinshon Judkins
PPG (Half-PPR)12.811.2
Games Played1714
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)218157
Rushing Yards975827
Rush Yds/Game57.459.1
Rushing TDs57
Receptions5526
Receiving Yards346171
Targets7336
Total TDs107
Age2222
Bye WeekWeek 13Week 11

Summary

12.8 PPG for Ashton Jeanty versus 11.2 for Quinshon Judkins in 2025. The baseline favors Ashton Jeanty, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Ashton Jeanty or Quinshon Judkins in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Ashton Jeanty has the edge at 12.8 PPG compared to Quinshon Judkins's 11.2 PPG. However, the best start depends on weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status. DraftCall's app provides real-time AI-powered verdicts that factor in all of these variables.

How many fantasy points did Ashton Jeanty and Quinshon Judkins average in 2025?

Ashton Jeanty averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Quinshon Judkins averaged 11.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 1.6 points per game.

When are Ashton Jeanty and Quinshon Judkins's bye weeks in 2026?

Ashton Jeanty (LV) has a bye in Week 13, and Quinshon Judkins (CLE) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Ashton Jeanty or Quinshon Judkins a better fantasy running back in 2026?

Ashton Jeanty outscored Quinshon Judkins by 1.6 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.

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