Jahmyr Gibbs and Bijan Robinson emerge as the leading candidates for the first overall pick in the 2026 fantasy football drafts, with Gibbs currently holding an average draft position of 1.62 and Robinson at 1.94 in CBS PPR formats.

Both players have impressive stats: Gibbs ranks third in fantasy points among running backs with 971.9 points, while Robinson follows closely with 958.8. Notably, Gibbs holds the record for the most touchdowns scored by any player before turning 24 in NFL history with 49, while Robinson has the most scrimmage yards at this age with 5,648. With less competition for touches, the 2026 season looks promising for both.

Key Comparisons:

• Gibbs (Fantasy Points: 729.8; Touches: 622; Points per Touch: 1.17)
• Robinson (Fantasy Points: 712.5; Touches: 731; Points per Touch: 0.97)

Gibbs already surpassed Robinson in touchdowns over the last two years despite having fewer touches. With David Montgomery traded to the Texans, Dan Campbell confirmed Gibbs will be the "bell cow" for the Lions, further enhancing his value.

In terms of scoring opportunities, Gibbs had 101 red zone rush attempts compared to Montgomery's 82. Conversely, Robinson had 91 red zone attempts, but with more competition in the Falcons' backfield.

Looking ahead, if Gibbs increases his touches to 350 in 2026, projections indicate he could achieve 2,004 scrimmage yards, 20 touchdowns, and 400 fantasy points. If he reaches 400 touches, he could amass 459 fantasy points, placing him among the all-time greats.

Despite potential efficiency drops with increased touches, Gibbs' training and the Lions' improved offensive line, along with a better supporting cast, make him the ideal choice for the top pick in 2026 fantasy drafts.