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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Quinshon Judkins vs Zach CharbonnetWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Quinshon Judkins is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.2 PPG to Zach Charbonnet's 10.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Quinshon Judkins is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Quinshon Judkins and Zach Charbonnet are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.5-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

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RBCleveland Browns#23PPG LEADER

Quinshon Judkins

PPG

11.2

Games

Rush Yds

827

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

171

Bye

Week 11

RBSeattle Seahawks#28

Zach Charbonnet

PPG

10.7

Games

Rush Yds

730

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

144

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Quinshon Judkins

Zach Charbonnet

Head to Head

11.2 PPG10.7 PPG

14 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Quinshon Judkins: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #23 at the position). Zach Charbonnet: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #28 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Quinshon Judkins is producing at 51% of elite pace and Zach Charbonnet at 49%. That ranking gap means Quinshon Judkins carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Quinshon Judkins vs Zach Charbonnet: The Full Breakdown

Quinshon Judkins (11.2 PPG) and Zach Charbonnet (10.7 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. Quinshon Judkins played 14 games for the Cleveland Browns; Zach Charbonnet suited up 16 times for the Seattle Seahawks.

A 0.5-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. Quinshon Judkins ran for 827 yards and 7 touchdowns; Zach Charbonnet posted 730 and 12. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Both share a Week 11 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking running backs this deep on your bench, plan your replacement running back early.

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: Quinshon Judkins (age 22) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Zach Charbonnet (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Quinshon Judkins outscored Zach Charbonnet by a projected 9 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Zach Charbonnet played 16 games in 2025 compared to Quinshon Judkins's 14. That durability gap means Zach Charbonnet contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Zach Charbonnet scored 12 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 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

Quinshon Judkins vs Zach Charbonnet: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Quinshon Judkins	Zach Charbonnet
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.2	10.7
Games Played	14	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	157	171
Rushing Yards	827	730
Rush Yds/Game	59.1	45.6
Rushing TDs	7	12
Receptions	26	20
Receiving Yards	171	144
Targets	36	24
Total TDs	7	12
Age	22	25
Experience	-	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 11

Summary

11.2 PPG for Quinshon Judkins versus 10.7 for Zach Charbonnet 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 Zach Charbonnet in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Quinshon Judkins has the edge at 11.2 PPG compared to Zach Charbonnet's 10.7 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 Quinshon Judkins and Zach Charbonnet average in 2025?▾

Quinshon Judkins averaged 11.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Zach Charbonnet averaged 10.7 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 0.5 points per game.

Do Quinshon Judkins and Zach Charbonnet share a bye week?▾

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

Is Quinshon Judkins or Zach Charbonnet a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Quinshon Judkins outscored Zach Charbonnet by 0.5 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.