Head to head · RB · 2026
James Cook vs Jeremiyah Love
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
James Cook
The model takes James Cook, and it isn't close: 20.9 points of value over replacement separate them (131.9 vs 111.0).
The draft market agrees: James Cook goes first at ADP 13.7 vs 22.2 for Jeremiyah Love.
| James Cook | Jeremiyah Love | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Team | BUF | ARI | |
| Overall rank | #5 | #10 | Cook by 5 |
| Position rank | RB5 | RB7 | |
| Projected 2026 points (PPR) | 261.6 | 240.7 | Cook +20.9 pts |
| Value over replacement (VBD) | 131.9 | 111.0 | Cook +20.9 |
| Market ADP | 13.7 | 22.2 | Love +8.5 cheaper |
Should I draft James Cook or Jeremiyah Love in 2026 fantasy football?
James Cook. He projects 261.6 fantasy points with 131.9 value over replacement, vs 240.7 points and 111.0 for Jeremiyah Love (RB, PPR).