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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Devin Neal vs Quinshon JudkinsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Quinshon Judkins is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.2 PPG to Devin Neal's 5.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Quinshon Judkins is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Quinshon Judkins outscored Devin Neal by 5.5 PPG in 2025 with 7 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Quinshon Judkins is the clear pick. Devin Neal profiles as a matchup-dependent running back who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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RBNew Orleans Saints#57

Devin Neal

PPG

5.7

Games

Rush Yds

206

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

104

Bye

Week 8

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

Devin Neal

Quinshon Judkins

Head to Head

5.7 PPG11.2 PPG

9 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Devin Neal: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #57 at the position). Quinshon Judkins: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #23 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Devin Neal is producing at 26% 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.

Devin Neal vs Quinshon Judkins: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Devin Neal and Quinshon Judkins is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The New Orleans Saints running back put up 5.7 PPG in 2025 over 9 games; Quinshon Judkins of the Cleveland Browns averaged 11.2 in 14. A 5.5-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.5 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. Devin Neal ran for 206 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: Devin Neal is off Week 8 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. Devin Neal is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Devin Neal (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?

•Quinshon Judkins outscored Devin Neal by a projected 93 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Quinshon Judkins played 14 games in 2025 compared to Devin Neal's 9. 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

Devin Neal vs Quinshon Judkins: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Devin Neal	Quinshon Judkins
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.7	11.2
Games Played	9	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	51	157
Rushing Yards	206	827
Rush Yds/Game	22.9	59.1
Rushing TDs	2	7
Receptions	17	26
Receiving Yards	104	171
Targets	19	36
Total TDs	2	7
Age	22	22
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 11

Summary

11.2 PPG for Quinshon Judkins versus 5.7 for Devin Neal 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 Devin Neal or Quinshon Judkins in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Quinshon Judkins has the edge at 11.2 PPG compared to Devin Neal's 5.7 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 Devin Neal and Quinshon Judkins average in 2025?▾

Devin Neal averaged 5.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Quinshon Judkins averaged 11.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 5.5 points per game.

When are Devin Neal and Quinshon Judkins's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Devin Neal (NO) has a bye in Week 8, and Quinshon Judkins (CLE) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Devin Neal or Quinshon Judkins a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Quinshon Judkins outscored Devin Neal by 5.5 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.