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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Aaron Jones vs Chuba HubbardWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Aaron Jones is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.7 PPG to Chuba Hubbard's 7.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Aaron Jones is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Aaron Jones and Chuba Hubbard are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.3-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBMinnesota Vikings#34PPG LEADER

Aaron Jones

PPG

8.7

Games

Rush Yds

548

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

199

Bye

Week 6

RBCarolina Panthers#44

Chuba Hubbard

PPG

7.4

Games

Rush Yds

511

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

223

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Aaron Jones

Chuba Hubbard

Head to Head

8.7 PPG7.4 PPG

12 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Aaron Jones: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #34 at the position). Chuba Hubbard: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #44 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Aaron Jones is producing at 40% of elite pace and Chuba Hubbard at 34%. That ranking gap means Aaron Jones carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Aaron Jones vs Chuba Hubbard: The Full Breakdown

Aaron Jones (8.7 PPG) and Chuba Hubbard (7.4 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two running backs are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Aaron Jones played 12 games for the Minnesota Vikings; Chuba Hubbard suited up 15 times for the Carolina Panthers.

A 1.3-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Aaron Jones ran for 548 yards and 2 touchdowns; Chuba Hubbard posted 511 and 1. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Aaron Jones sits Week 6 while Chuba Hubbard is off Week 5. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

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: Aaron Jones (age 31, 8 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. Chuba Hubbard (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Aaron Jones outscored Chuba Hubbard by a projected 22 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Chuba Hubbard played 15 games in 2025 compared to Aaron Jones's 12. That durability gap means Chuba Hubbard contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Chuba Hubbard scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Chuba Hubbard is 5 years younger than Aaron Jones (26 vs 31), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Aaron Jones vs Chuba Hubbard: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Aaron Jones	Chuba Hubbard
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.7	7.4
Games Played	12	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	104	111
Rushing Yards	548	511
Rush Yds/Game	45.7	34.1
Rushing TDs	2	1
Receptions	28	30
Receiving Yards	199	223
Targets	41	39
Total TDs	3	4
Age	31	26
Experience	8 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 5

Summary

8.7 PPG for Aaron Jones versus 7.4 for Chuba Hubbard in 2025. The baseline favors Aaron Jones, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Aaron Jones or Chuba Hubbard in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Aaron Jones has the edge at 8.7 PPG compared to Chuba Hubbard's 7.4 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 Aaron Jones and Chuba Hubbard average in 2025?▾

Aaron Jones averaged 8.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Chuba Hubbard averaged 7.4 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.3 points per game.

When are Aaron Jones and Chuba Hubbard's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Aaron Jones (MIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Chuba Hubbard (CAR) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Aaron Jones or Chuba Hubbard a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Aaron Jones outscored Chuba Hubbard by 1.3 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.