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Quinshon Judkins vs Ty ChandlerWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Quinshon Judkins is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.2 PPG to Ty Chandler's 5.9 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 Ty Chandler by 5.3 PPG in 2025 with 7 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Quinshon Judkins is the clear pick. Ty Chandler 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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RBCleveland Browns#23PPG LEADER
Quinshon Judkins
PPG
11.2
Games
14
Rush Yds
827
Rush TDs
7
Rec
26
Rec Yds
171
Bye
Week 11
RBMinnesota Vikings#99
Ty Chandler
PPG
5.9
Games
14
Rush Yds
265
Rush TDs
2
Rec
18
Rec Yds
135
Bye
Week 6

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Quinshon Judkins
Ty Chandler

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11.2 PPG5.9 PPG
14 GP14 GP
Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Quinshon Judkins: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #23 at the position). Ty Chandler: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Quinshon Judkins is producing at 51% of elite pace and Ty Chandler at 27%. That ranking gap means Quinshon Judkins carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Quinshon Judkins vs Ty Chandler: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Quinshon Judkins and Ty Chandler is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Cleveland Browns running back put up 11.2 PPG in 2025 over 14 games; Ty Chandler of the Minnesota Vikings averaged 5.9 in 14. A 5.3-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.3 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. Quinshon Judkins ran for 827 yards and 7 touchdowns; Ty Chandler posted 265 and 2. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Quinshon Judkins has his bye in Week 11, and Ty Chandler rests in Week 6. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Quinshon Judkins is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Ty Chandler is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Quinshon Judkins (age 22) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Ty Chandler (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

  • Quinshon Judkins outscored Ty Chandler by a projected 90 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Quinshon Judkins vs Ty Chandler: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatQuinshon JudkinsTy Chandler
PPG (Half-PPR)11.25.9
Games Played1414
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)15783
Rushing Yards827265
Rush Yds/Game59.118.9
Rushing TDs72
Receptions2618
Receiving Yards171135
Targets360
Total TDs73
Age22-
Bye WeekWeek 11Week 6

Summary

11.2 PPG for Quinshon Judkins versus 5.9 for Ty Chandler 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 Quinshon Judkins or Ty Chandler in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Quinshon Judkins has the edge at 11.2 PPG compared to Ty Chandler's 5.9 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 Quinshon Judkins and Ty Chandler average in 2025?

Quinshon Judkins averaged 11.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Ty Chandler averaged 5.9 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 5.3 points per game.

When are Quinshon Judkins and Ty Chandler's bye weeks in 2026?

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

Is Quinshon Judkins or Ty Chandler a better fantasy running back in 2026?

Quinshon Judkins outscored Ty Chandler by 5.3 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.