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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Aaron Jones vs Jahmyr GibbsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jahmyr Gibbs is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 19.3 PPG to Aaron Jones's 8.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jahmyr Gibbs is the better fantasy play this season.

Jahmyr Gibbs is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 19.3 PPG and 1,839 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Aaron Jones (8.7 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Jahmyr Gibbs as the starter and Aaron Jones as depth.

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

RBDetroit Lions#4PPG LEADER

Jahmyr Gibbs

PPG

19.3

Games

Rush Yds

1,223

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

616

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Aaron Jones

Jahmyr Gibbs

Head to Head

8.7 PPG19.3 PPG

12 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Aaron Jones: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #34 at the position). Jahmyr Gibbs: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #4 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Aaron Jones is producing at 40% of elite pace and Jahmyr Gibbs at 88%. That ranking gap means Jahmyr Gibbs carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Aaron Jones vs Jahmyr Gibbs: The Full Breakdown

The numbers tell a clear story here. Jahmyr Gibbs put up 19.3 fantasy points per game for the Detroit Lions in 2025, while Aaron Jones managed 8.7 across 12 games with the Minnesota Vikings. A 10.6-point weekly edge is substantial at the running back position.

Jahmyr Gibbs carries a 10.6-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

Jahmyr Gibbs is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 77 targets into 616 yards, while Aaron Jones profiles as a more traditional rusher with 548 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Jahmyr Gibbs carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 6 bye. That means you need a backup plan at running back for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire Jahmyr Gibbs at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Aaron Jones is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Aaron Jones (age 31, 8 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. Jahmyr Gibbs (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Jahmyr Gibbs outscored Aaron Jones by a projected 180 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jahmyr Gibbs played 17 games in 2025 compared to Aaron Jones's 12. That durability gap means Jahmyr Gibbs contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jahmyr Gibbs scored 18 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.1 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Jahmyr Gibbs caught 77 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Jahmyr Gibbs is 7 years younger than Aaron Jones (24 vs 31), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Aaron Jones vs Jahmyr Gibbs: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Aaron Jones	Jahmyr Gibbs
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.7	19.3
Games Played	12	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	104	328
Rushing Yards	548	1,223
Rush Yds/Game	45.7	71.9
Rushing TDs	2	13
Receptions	28	77
Receiving Yards	199	616
Targets	41	94
Total TDs	3	18
Age	31	24
Experience	8 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 6

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Jahmyr Gibbs holds the PPG edge with strong output at 19.3 points per game. Aaron Jones averaged 8.7 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Aaron Jones or Jahmyr Gibbs in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jahmyr Gibbs has the edge at 19.3 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 Jahmyr Gibbs average in 2025?▾

Aaron Jones averaged 8.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Jahmyr Gibbs averaged 19.3 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 10.6 points per game.

Do Aaron Jones and Jahmyr Gibbs share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Aaron Jones and Jahmyr Gibbs 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 Jahmyr Gibbs a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Jahmyr Gibbs outscored Aaron Jones by 10.6 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.