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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

James Conner vs Quinshon JudkinsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Quinshon Judkins is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.2 PPG to James Conner's 11.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Quinshon Judkins is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Quinshon Judkins edges James Conner by 0.2 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Quinshon Judkins goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

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RBArizona Cardinals#99

James Conner

PPG

11.0

Games

Rush Yds

752

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

218

Bye

Week 11

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

James Conner

Quinshon Judkins

Head to Head

11.0 PPG11.2 PPG

14 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

James Conner: 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, James Conner is producing at 50% 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.

James Conner vs Quinshon Judkins: The Full Breakdown

James Conner (11.0 PPG) and Quinshon Judkins (11.2 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two running backs are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. James Conner played 14 games for the Arizona Cardinals; Quinshon Judkins suited up 14 times for the Cleveland Browns.

A 0.2-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. James Conner ran for 752 yards and 5 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 thing to note: both players share a Week 11 bye. That means you need a backup plan at running back for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

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: James Conner (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 James Conner by a projected 3 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Quinshon Judkins scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Both players share a Week 11 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

James Conner vs Quinshon Judkins: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	James Conner	Quinshon Judkins
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.0	11.2
Games Played	14	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	154	157
Rushing Yards	752	827
Rush Yds/Game	53.7	59.1
Rushing TDs	5	7
Receptions	28	26
Receiving Yards	218	171
Targets	0	36
Total TDs	6	7
Age	-	22
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 11

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Quinshon Judkins holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 11.2 points per game. James Conner averaged 11.0 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start James Conner or Quinshon Judkins in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Quinshon Judkins has the edge at 11.2 PPG compared to James Conner's 11.0 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 James Conner and Quinshon Judkins average in 2025?▾

James Conner averaged 11.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Quinshon Judkins averaged 11.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 0.2 points per game.

Do James Conner and Quinshon Judkins share a bye week?▾

Yes, both James Conner and Quinshon Judkins share a Week 11 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is James Conner or Quinshon Judkins a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Quinshon Judkins outscored James Conner by 0.2 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.