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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

De'Von Achane vs Quinshon Judkins

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

De'Von Achane is the better fantasy play this season.

De'Von Achane is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 18.1 PPG and 1,838 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Quinshon Judkins (11.2 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster De'Von Achane as the starter and Quinshon Judkins as depth.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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De'Von Achane

PPG

18.1

Games

Rush Yds

1,350

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

488

Bye

Week 12

RBCleveland Browns#23

Quinshon Judkins

PPG

11.2

Games

Rush Yds

827

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

171

Bye

Week 9

The Edge Chart

De'Von Achane

Quinshon Judkins

Head to Head

18.1 PPG11.2 PPG

16 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 12Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

De'Von Achane: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #5 at the position). Quinshon Judkins: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #23 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, De'Von Achane is producing at 82% of elite pace and Quinshon Judkins at 51%. That ranking gap means De'Von Achane carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

De'Von Achane vs Quinshon Judkins: Who Should You Start?

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. De'Von Achane (Miami Dolphins) averaged 18.1 PPG over 16 games in 2025, outscoring Quinshon Judkins (Cleveland Browns, 11.2 PPG) by 6.9 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

A 6.9-PPG gap gives De'Von Achane the edge on paper, but paper does not account for Thursday night matchups, weather games, or a star defender returning from injury. The real question is not who was better in 2025, but who is the better start this specific week.

De'Von Achane is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 67 targets into 488 yards, while Quinshon Judkins profiles as a more traditional rusher with 827 rushing yards and 7 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats De'Von Achane carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: De'Von Achane is off Week 12 and Quinshon Judkins Week 9. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in running back for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire De'Von Achane at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Quinshon Judkins is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: De'Von Achane (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Quinshon Judkins (age 22) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•De'Von Achane outscored Quinshon Judkins by a projected 117 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•De'Von Achane played 16 games in 2025 compared to Quinshon Judkins's 14. That durability gap means De'Von Achane contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•De'Von Achane scored 12 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•De'Von Achane caught 67 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatAchaneJudkins

PPG (Half-PPR)18.111.2

Games Played1614

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)290157

Rushing Yards1,350827

Rush Yds/Game84.459.1

Rushing TDs87

Receptions6726

Receiving Yards488171

Targets8536

Total TDs127

Age2422

Experience2 yrs-

Bye WeekWeek 12Week 9

Summary

De'Von Achane outscored Quinshon Judkins by 6.9 PPG in 2025 (18.1 to 11.2). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start De'Von Achane or Quinshon Judkins in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, De'Von Achane has the edge at 18.1 PPG compared to Quinshon Judkins's 11.2 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 De'Von Achane and Quinshon Judkins average in 2025?▾

De'Von Achane averaged 18.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Quinshon Judkins averaged 11.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 6.9 points per game.

When are De'Von Achane and Quinshon Judkins's bye weeks in 2026?▾

De'Von Achane (MIA) has a bye in Week 12, and Quinshon Judkins (CLE) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is De'Von Achane or Quinshon Judkins a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

De'Von Achane outscored Quinshon Judkins by 6.9 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.