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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Dameon Pierce vs Quinshon JudkinsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Quinshon Judkins is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.2 PPG to Dameon Pierce's 6.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Quinshon Judkins is the better fantasy play this season.

Quinshon Judkins is the better play on a neutral week. 11.2 PPG with 998 yards gives a reliable baseline. Dameon Pierce at 6.4 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Quinshon Judkins higher, but do not fade Dameon Pierce entirely.

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

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RBHouston Texans#99

Dameon Pierce

PPG

6.4

Games

Rush Yds

342

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

108

Bye

Week 14

RBCleveland Browns#23PPG LEADER

Quinshon Judkins

PPG

11.2

Games

Rush Yds

827

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

171

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Dameon Pierce

Quinshon Judkins

Head to Head

6.4 PPG11.2 PPG

13 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Dameon Pierce: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Quinshon Judkins: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #23 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Dameon Pierce is producing at 29% of elite pace and Quinshon Judkins at 51%. That ranking gap means Quinshon Judkins carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Dameon Pierce vs Quinshon Judkins: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Dameon Pierce and Quinshon Judkins is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Houston Texans running back put up 6.4 PPG in 2025 over 13 games; Quinshon Judkins of the Cleveland Browns averaged 11.2 in 14. A 4.8-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 4.8 points favors Quinshon Judkins, 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.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Dameon Pierce ran for 342 yards and 2 touchdowns; Quinshon Judkins posted 827 and 7. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

One scheduling note: Dameon Pierce is off Week 14 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

Quinshon Judkins is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Dameon Pierce is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Dameon Pierce (age 27) 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?

•Quinshon Judkins outscored Dameon Pierce by a projected 82 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Quinshon Judkins played 14 games in 2025 compared to Dameon Pierce's 13. That durability gap means Quinshon Judkins contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Quinshon Judkins scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Dameon Pierce vs Quinshon Judkins: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dameon Pierce	Quinshon Judkins
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.4	11.2
Games Played	13	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	83	157
Rushing Yards	342	827
Rush Yds/Game	26.3	59.1
Rushing TDs	2	7
Receptions	15	26
Receiving Yards	108	171
Targets	0	36
Total TDs	2	7
Age	-	22
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 11

Summary

11.2 PPG for Quinshon Judkins versus 6.4 for Dameon Pierce in 2025. The baseline favors Quinshon Judkins, 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 Dameon Pierce or Quinshon Judkins in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Quinshon Judkins has the edge at 11.2 PPG compared to Dameon Pierce's 6.4 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 Dameon Pierce and Quinshon Judkins average in 2025?▾

Dameon Pierce averaged 6.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Quinshon Judkins averaged 11.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 4.8 points per game.

When are Dameon Pierce and Quinshon Judkins's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Dameon Pierce (HOU) has a bye in Week 14, and Quinshon Judkins (CLE) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Dameon Pierce or Quinshon Judkins a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Quinshon Judkins outscored Dameon Pierce by 4.8 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.