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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Quinshon Judkins vs Zonovan KnightWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Quinshon Judkins is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.2 PPG to Zonovan Knight's 6.8 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. Zonovan Knight at 6.8 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Quinshon Judkins higher, but do not fade Zonovan Knight entirely.

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

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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

RBArizona Cardinals#99

Zonovan Knight

PPG

6.8

Games

Rush Yds

269

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

160

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Quinshon Judkins

Zonovan Knight

Head to Head

11.2 PPG6.8 PPG

14 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Quinshon Judkins: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #23 at the position). Zonovan Knight: 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 Zonovan Knight at 31%. That ranking gap means Quinshon Judkins carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Quinshon Judkins vs Zonovan Knight: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Quinshon Judkins and Zonovan Knight for your lineup, you are not alone. Quinshon Judkins finished the 2025 season at 11.2 PPG for the Cleveland Browns (14 games), and Zonovan Knight averaged 6.8 for the Arizona Cardinals (12 games).

That 4.4-point weekly advantage for Quinshon Judkins is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Quinshon Judkins ran for 827 yards and 7 touchdowns; Zonovan Knight posted 269 and 4. 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

Quinshon Judkins is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Zonovan Knight 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. Zonovan Knight (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Quinshon Judkins outscored Zonovan Knight by a projected 75 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Quinshon Judkins played 14 games in 2025 compared to Zonovan Knight's 12. 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.
•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 Zonovan Knight: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Quinshon Judkins	Zonovan Knight
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.2	6.8
Games Played	14	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	157	82
Rushing Yards	827	269
Rush Yds/Game	59.1	22.4
Rushing TDs	7	4
Receptions	26	22
Receiving Yards	171	160
Targets	36	31
Total TDs	7	5
Age	22	25
Experience	-	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Quinshon Judkins at 11.2 PPG, 4.4 points per game above Zonovan Knight's 6.8. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Quinshon Judkins or Zonovan Knight in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Quinshon Judkins has the edge at 11.2 PPG compared to Zonovan Knight's 6.8 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 Zonovan Knight average in 2025?▾

Quinshon Judkins averaged 11.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Zonovan Knight averaged 6.8 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 4.4 points per game.

Do Quinshon Judkins and Zonovan Knight share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Quinshon Judkins and Zonovan Knight 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 Zonovan Knight a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Quinshon Judkins outscored Zonovan Knight by 4.4 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.