FantasyPros Accuracy Award

2025 Accuracy Award Winner

Close FantasyPros Accuracy Award
Open Nav
Players
    Articles
      Shark Bites
        Show Navigation
        Show Menu
        FANTASY FOOTBALL NEWS

        Quinshon Judkins Adds the One Thing That Was Missing

        By Matt Schauf | Updated on Mon, Sep 29 2025 1:05 AM UTC
        Quinshon Judkins Headshot

        Browns rookie RB Quinshon Judkins delivered his third straight double-digit PPR score in Sunday's loss to the Lions. His 21.5 PPR points (depending on your format) marked a second straight boost in scoring, and the game also featured a second straight boost in carries. But the most important development was probably his receiving. Judkins led Cleveland with 4 receptions, matching his total from the previous two games and collecting 33 yards. He added that to a 21-82-1 rushing line.

        What They're Saying

        Lions HC Dan Campbell, ahead of Sunday's meeting: "You can tell he's getting better. ... You can tell his confidence is growing. The O-line likes him over there, and he's getting better and better. And I'm sure they're gonna want to give him the ball and let him go. So he's a young, promising player in this league, and he's only going to get better, too."

        2025 Fantasy Football Impact

        Campbell was right. Judkins' 21 carries beat the 19 Josh Jacobs got in a 14-point Week 1 victory over the Lions, as well as the 19 total carries for Bears RBs in Week 2 and Derrick Henry's 12 in Week 3.

        Judkins' 82 yards also mark the high for a RB against Detroit so far this season.

        This marked the second straight game in which Judkins led Cleveland's backfield in playing time. He gained some distance on No. 2 Jerome Ford, including a bigger edge in routes: 14-10 vs. 14-13 the previous week.

        Dylan Sampson did climb as well, from three routes to seven. That likely came more directly from Ford's bank. But we'll take Judkins as the clear backfield leader, regardless of the details behind him. And it's worth remembering this was still just his third pro outing. Also, Ford and Sampson garnered just a carry apiece and combined for 1 reception among three targets.

        The Browns get a challenging Minnesota defense in Week 5. But that D entered Sunday ranked just 15th in rush DVOA and then allowed two ground scores to Kenneth Gainwell.

        Judkins is looking like a player you should just start in all matchups going forward.

        The unclear -- and likely evolving -- split between Ford and Sampson behind him makes neither particularly interesting as a handcuff stash. You can roster either in a deeper league, but don't put either guy on your "can't cut" list.

        Matt Schauf Author Image
        Matt Schauf, Editor
        Matt has earned two Fantasy Pros accuracy awards for IDP rankings and won thousands of dollars as a player across best ball, dynasty, and high-stakes fantasy formats. He has been creating fantasy football content for more than 20 years, with work featured by Sporting News, Rotoworld, Athlon, Sirius XM, and others. He's been with Draft Sharks since 2011.
        Week 7 Matchups That Matter: Get-Right Spot For Jayden Daniels

        Week 7 Matchups That Matter: Get-Right Spot For Jayden Daniels

        10:10am UTC 10/19/25

        A quick look at the most important matchup data to consider when making Week 7 start/sit decisions. Projected points, WR-CB matchup upgrades and downgrades, and more!

        Read More »
        Week 7 IDP Hits: Who's Your LB Now?

        Week 7 IDP Hits: Who's Your LB Now?

        8:12pm UTC 10/18/25

        Injuries, returns, and lineup renovations meant a lot of playing-time changes in Week 6. Who should you grab? Who should you dump? And what still might change again?

        Read More »
        Week 7 Wide Receiver Preview: Tetairoa McMillan’s Hot Streak Meets a Tough Matchup

        Week 7 Wide Receiver Preview: Tetairoa McMillan’s Hot Streak Meets a Tough Matchup

        4:09pm UTC 10/17/25

        From rookies in plus spots to vets with proven ceilings, these WRs have the matchups to rack up points in Week 7.

        Read More »
        Money Back You have our personal money-back guarantee: If you’re not happy with our service for any reason, just reach out by December 31, 2025, and we’ll give you 100% of your subscription money back. No strings attached.  You can cancel with one-click from your account page anytime.
        Compare Plans » Compare Plans »