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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Aaron Jones vs Rhamondre StevensonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Rhamondre Stevenson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.6 PPG to Aaron Jones's 8.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Rhamondre Stevenson is the better fantasy play this season.

Rhamondre Stevenson is the better play on a neutral week. 11.6 PPG with 948 yards gives a reliable baseline. Aaron Jones at 8.7 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Rhamondre Stevenson higher, but do not fade Aaron Jones entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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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

RBNew England Patriots#22PPG LEADER

Rhamondre Stevenson

PPG

11.6

Games

Rush Yds

603

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

345

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Aaron Jones

Rhamondre Stevenson

Head to Head

8.7 PPG11.6 PPG

12 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Aaron Jones: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #34 at the position). Rhamondre Stevenson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #22 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Aaron Jones is producing at 40% of elite pace and Rhamondre Stevenson at 53%. That ranking gap means Rhamondre Stevenson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Aaron Jones vs Rhamondre Stevenson: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Aaron Jones and Rhamondre Stevenson is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Minnesota Vikings running back put up 8.7 PPG in 2025 over 12 games; Rhamondre Stevenson of the New England Patriots averaged 11.6 in 14. A 2.9-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.9 points favors Rhamondre Stevenson, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Aaron Jones ran for 548 yards and 2 touchdowns; Rhamondre Stevenson posted 603 and 7. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Aaron Jones has his bye in Week 6, and Rhamondre Stevenson rests in Week 11. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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. Rhamondre Stevenson (age 28, 4 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Rhamondre Stevenson outscored Aaron Jones by a projected 49 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Rhamondre Stevenson played 14 games in 2025 compared to Aaron Jones's 12. That durability gap means Rhamondre Stevenson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Rhamondre Stevenson scored 9 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Rhamondre Stevenson caught 32 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Aaron Jones vs Rhamondre Stevenson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Aaron Jones	Rhamondre Stevenson
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.7	11.6
Games Played	12	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	104	162
Rushing Yards	548	603
Rush Yds/Game	45.7	43.1
Rushing TDs	2	7
Receptions	28	32
Receiving Yards	199	345
Targets	41	37
Total TDs	3	9
Age	31	28
Experience	8 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 11

Summary

11.6 PPG for Rhamondre Stevenson versus 8.7 for Aaron Jones in 2025. The baseline favors Rhamondre Stevenson, 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 Rhamondre Stevenson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Rhamondre Stevenson has the edge at 11.6 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 Rhamondre Stevenson average in 2025?▾

Aaron Jones averaged 8.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Rhamondre Stevenson averaged 11.6 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 2.9 points per game.

When are Aaron Jones and Rhamondre Stevenson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Aaron Jones (MIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Rhamondre Stevenson (NE) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Aaron Jones or Rhamondre Stevenson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Rhamondre Stevenson outscored Aaron Jones by 2.9 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.