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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Aaron Jones vs De'Von AchaneWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

De'Von Achane is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 18.1 PPG to Aaron Jones's 8.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

De'Von Achane is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. De'Von Achane outscored Aaron Jones by 9.4 PPG in 2025 with 12 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, De'Von Achane is the clear pick. Aaron Jones profiles as a matchup-dependent running back who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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RBMinnesota Vikings#34

Aaron Jones

PPG

8.7

Games

Rush Yds

548

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

199

Bye

Week 6

RBMiami Dolphins#5PPG LEADER

De'Von Achane

PPG

18.1

Games

Rush Yds

1,350

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

488

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Aaron Jones

De'Von Achane

Head to Head

8.7 PPG18.1 PPG

12 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Aaron Jones: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #34 at the position). De'Von Achane: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #5 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Aaron Jones is producing at 40% of elite pace and De'Von Achane at 82%. That ranking gap means De'Von Achane carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Aaron Jones vs De'Von Achane: The Full Breakdown

De'Von Achane and Aaron Jones are at different tiers heading into 2026. The Miami Dolphins running back averaged 18.1 PPG in 2025, a full 9.4 points per game ahead of Aaron Jones's 8.7 with the Minnesota Vikings. That kind of gap doesn't close on matchup alone.

That 9.4-point weekly advantage for De'Von Achane is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

De'Von Achane is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 67 targets into 488 yards, while Aaron Jones profiles as a more traditional rusher with 548 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats De'Von Achane carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

Both share a Week 6 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking running backs this deep on your bench, plan your replacement running back early.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

De'Von Achane is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Aaron Jones is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Aaron Jones (age 31, 8 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. De'Von Achane (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•De'Von Achane outscored Aaron Jones by a projected 160 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•De'Von Achane played 16 games in 2025 compared to Aaron Jones's 12. That durability gap means De'Von Achane contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•De'Von Achane scored 12 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•De'Von Achane caught 67 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•De'Von Achane is 7 years younger than Aaron Jones (24 vs 31), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Aaron Jones vs De'Von Achane: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Aaron Jones	De'Von Achane
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.7	18.1
Games Played	12	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	104	290
Rushing Yards	548	1,350
Rush Yds/Game	45.7	84.4
Rushing TDs	2	8
Receptions	28	67
Receiving Yards	199	488
Targets	41	85
Total TDs	3	12
Age	31	24
Experience	8 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor De'Von Achane at 18.1 PPG, 9.4 points per game above Aaron Jones's 8.7. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Aaron Jones or De'Von Achane in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, De'Von Achane has the edge at 18.1 PPG compared to Aaron Jones's 8.7 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 De'Von Achane average in 2025?▾

Aaron Jones averaged 8.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. De'Von Achane averaged 18.1 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 9.4 points per game.

Do Aaron Jones and De'Von Achane share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Aaron Jones and De'Von Achane share a Week 6 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is Aaron Jones or De'Von Achane a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

De'Von Achane outscored Aaron Jones by 9.4 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.