Emmett Johnson · James Conner · 2026 week 2

Emmett Johnson or James Conner?

Wondering who you should start this week — Emmett Johnson or James Conner? The start/sit call and the numbers behind it are below, plus who wins a straight-up trade. Rebuilt nightly.

Start Emmett JohnsonEmmett Johnson projects 1.7 PPR points clear of James Conner in week 2, drawing IND — the 3rd-ranked matchup for RBs. The numbers behind the call are below; overrule them with your eyes open.
PlayerWk 2Proj (PPR)MatchupForm L3Trade valueStatus
Emmett Johnson START vs IND 3.3 3rd · soft 8.8 243 healthy
James Conner vs DET 1.6 17th – – IR

RBs vs IND recently: Derrick Henry 34.3 pts (W1).

RBs vs DET recently: Kendre Miller 9 pts (W1).

Who wins a straight-up trade?

Emmett Johnson carries the higher trade value — 243 against 0. In a one-for-one, the side receiving Emmett Johnson gets the most.

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All numbers are the 2026 season, refreshed nightly.