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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Aaron Jones vs Rachaad WhiteWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Aaron Jones is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.7 PPG to Rachaad White's 7.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Aaron Jones is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Aaron Jones and Rachaad White are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.5-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

RBTampa Bay Buccaneers#45

Rachaad White

PPG

7.2

Games

Rush Yds

572

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

218

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Aaron Jones

Rachaad White

Head to Head

8.7 PPG7.2 PPG

12 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Aaron Jones: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #34 at the position). Rachaad White: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #45 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Aaron Jones is producing at 40% of elite pace and Rachaad White at 33%. That ranking gap means Aaron Jones carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Aaron Jones vs Rachaad White: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Aaron Jones finished the 2025 season at 8.7 PPG over 12 games with the Minnesota Vikings, while Rachaad White clocked in at 7.2 across 17 appearances for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. A 1.5-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Rachaad White is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 40 targets into 218 yards, while Aaron Jones profiles as a more traditional rusher with 548 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Rachaad White carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Aaron Jones is off Week 6 and Rachaad White Week 10. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in running back for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

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. Rachaad White (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Aaron Jones outscored Rachaad White by a projected 25 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Rachaad White played 17 games in 2025 compared to Aaron Jones's 12. That durability gap means Rachaad White contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Rachaad White scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Rachaad White caught 40 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Rachaad White is 4 years younger than Aaron Jones (27 vs 31), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Aaron Jones vs Rachaad White: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Aaron Jones	Rachaad White
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.7	7.2
Games Played	12	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	104	122
Rushing Yards	548	572
Rush Yds/Game	45.7	33.6
Rushing TDs	2	4
Receptions	28	40
Receiving Yards	199	218
Targets	41	45
Total TDs	3	4
Age	31	27
Experience	8 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 10

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Aaron Jones at 8.7 PPG, 1.5 points per game above Rachaad White's 7.2. 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 Rachaad White in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Aaron Jones has the edge at 8.7 PPG compared to Rachaad White's 7.2 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 Rachaad White average in 2025?▾

Aaron Jones averaged 8.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Rachaad White averaged 7.2 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.5 points per game.

When are Aaron Jones and Rachaad White's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Aaron Jones (MIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Rachaad White (TB) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Aaron Jones or Rachaad White a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Aaron Jones outscored Rachaad White by 1.5 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.