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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Chase Brown vs Quinshon JudkinsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Chase Brown is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.6 PPG to Quinshon Judkins's 11.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Chase Brown is the better fantasy play this season.

Chase Brown is the better play on a neutral week. 14.6 PPG with 1,456 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 Chase Brown higher, but do not fade Quinshon Judkins entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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RBCincinnati Bengals#9PPG LEADER

Chase Brown

PPG

14.6

Games

Rush Yds

1,019

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

437

Bye

Week 6

RBCleveland Browns#23

Quinshon Judkins

PPG

11.2

Games

Rush Yds

827

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

171

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Chase Brown

Quinshon Judkins

Head to Head

14.6 PPG11.2 PPG

17 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Chase Brown: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #9 at the position). Quinshon Judkins: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #23 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Chase Brown is producing at 66% of elite pace and Quinshon Judkins at 51%. That ranking gap means Chase Brown carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Chase Brown vs Quinshon Judkins: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Chase Brown and Quinshon Judkins for your lineup, you are not alone. Chase Brown finished the 2025 season at 14.6 PPG for the Cincinnati Bengals (17 games), and Quinshon Judkins averaged 11.2 for the Cleveland Browns (14 games).

That 3.4-point weekly advantage for Chase Brown is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Chase Brown is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 69 targets into 437 yards, while Quinshon Judkins profiles as a more traditional rusher with 827 rushing yards and 7 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Chase Brown carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Chase Brown is off Week 6 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

Chase Brown is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Quinshon Judkins is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Chase Brown (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Quinshon Judkins (age 22) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Chase Brown outscored Quinshon Judkins by a projected 58 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Chase Brown played 17 games in 2025 compared to Quinshon Judkins's 14. That durability gap means Chase Brown contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Chase Brown scored 11 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Chase Brown caught 69 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Quinshon Judkins is 4 years younger than Chase Brown (22 vs 26), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Chase Brown vs Quinshon Judkins: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Chase Brown	Quinshon Judkins
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.6	11.2
Games Played	17	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	248	157
Rushing Yards	1,019	827
Rush Yds/Game	59.9	59.1
Rushing TDs	6	7
Receptions	69	26
Receiving Yards	437	171
Targets	88	36
Total TDs	11	7
Age	26	22
Experience	2 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Chase Brown at 14.6 PPG, 3.4 points per game above Quinshon Judkins's 11.2. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Chase Brown or Quinshon Judkins in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Chase Brown has the edge at 14.6 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 Chase Brown and Quinshon Judkins average in 2025?▾

Chase Brown averaged 14.6 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 3.4 points per game.

When are Chase Brown and Quinshon Judkins's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Chase Brown (CIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Quinshon Judkins (CLE) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Chase Brown or Quinshon Judkins a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Chase Brown outscored Quinshon Judkins by 3.4 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.