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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

Quinshon Judkins vs Travis KelceWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

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Start Quinshon Judkins over Travis Kelce in 2026.

Quinshon Judkins averaged 11.2 PPG in 2025 to Travis Kelce's 9.1, a 2.1 point per game edge. Judkins posted that edge in only 14 games, so the per-game ceiling is real but watch his availability. Quinshon Judkins is Tier 5 among running backs, Travis Kelce is Tier 2 among tight ends.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Quinshon Judkins (11.2 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Travis Kelce (9.1 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

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

TEKansas City Chiefs#10

Travis Kelce

PPG

9.1

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

851

Rec TDs

Targets

108

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Quinshon Judkins

Travis Kelce

Head to Head

11.2 PPG9.1 PPG

14 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Quinshon Judkins: Tier 5 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #23 at the position). Travis Kelce: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE (ranked #10 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 5 (Flex/Starter) RB is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE in most league formats.

Quinshon Judkins vs Travis Kelce: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Quinshon Judkins (RB, Cleveland Browns) against Travis Kelce (TE, Kansas City Chiefs) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Quinshon Judkins averaged 11.2 PPG in 2025 over 14 games, while Travis Kelce posted 9.1 PPG across 17 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

Quinshon Judkins has his bye in Week 11, Travis Kelce in Week 5. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

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. Travis Kelce (age 36) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

•Quinshon Judkins outscored Travis Kelce by a projected 36 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Travis Kelce played 17 games in 2025 compared to Quinshon Judkins's 14. That durability gap means Travis Kelce 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.
•Travis Kelce caught 76 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Quinshon Judkins is 14 years younger than Travis Kelce (22 vs 36), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Quinshon Judkins vs Travis Kelce: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Quinshon Judkins	Travis Kelce
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.2	9.1
Games Played	14	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	157	155
Rushing Yards	827	1
Rush Yds/Game	59.1	0.1
Rushing TDs	7	0
Receptions	26	76
Receiving Yards	171	851
Targets	36	108
Total TDs	7	5
Age	22	36
Experience	-	12 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 5

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Quinshon Judkins holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 11.2 points per game. Travis Kelce averaged 9.1 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Quinshon Judkins or Travis Kelce in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Quinshon Judkins has the edge at 11.2 PPG compared to Travis Kelce's 9.1 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 Travis Kelce average in 2025?▾

Quinshon Judkins averaged 11.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Travis Kelce averaged 9.1 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 2.1 points per game.

When are Quinshon Judkins and Travis Kelce's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Quinshon Judkins (CLE) has a bye in Week 11, and Travis Kelce (KC) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.