Head to head · RB · 2026
Ashton Jeanty vs Saquon Barkley
Who should you draft in 2026 fantasy football? Our machine learning model's projections, value over replacement (VBD), and the draft market's lean, refreshed every morning.
The model's pick
Ashton Jeanty
The model takes Ashton Jeanty: a clear but modest edge of 5.5 points of value over replacement (108.8 vs 103.3).
The draft market agrees: Ashton Jeanty goes first at ADP 12.3 vs 19.4 for Saquon Barkley.
| Ashton Jeanty | Saquon Barkley | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Team | LVR | PHI | |
| Overall rank | #12 | #13 | Jeanty by 1 |
| Position rank | RB8 | RB9 | |
| Projected 2026 points (PPR) | 238.5 | 233.1 | Jeanty +5.5 pts |
| Value over replacement (VBD) | 108.8 | 103.3 | Jeanty +5.5 |
| Market ADP | 12.3 | 19.4 | Barkley +7.1 cheaper |
Should I draft Ashton Jeanty or Saquon Barkley in 2026 fantasy football?
Ashton Jeanty. He projects 238.5 fantasy points with 108.8 value over replacement, vs 233.1 points and 103.3 for Saquon Barkley (RB, PPR).