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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Alexander Mattison vs Antonio GibsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Antonio Gibson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.9 PPG to Alexander Mattison's 5.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Antonio Gibson is the better fantasy play this season.

Antonio Gibson is the better play on a neutral week. 7.9 PPG with 743 yards gives a reliable baseline. Alexander Mattison at 5.3 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Antonio Gibson higher, but do not fade Alexander Mattison entirely.

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

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RBLas Vegas Raiders#99

Alexander Mattison

PPG

5.3

Games

Rush Yds

255

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 10

RBNew England Patriots#99PPG LEADER

Antonio Gibson

PPG

7.9

Games

Rush Yds

548

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

195

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Alexander Mattison

Antonio Gibson

Head to Head

5.3 PPG7.9 PPG

14 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Alexander Mattison: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Antonio Gibson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Alexander Mattison is producing at 24% of elite pace and Antonio Gibson at 36%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Alexander Mattison vs Antonio Gibson: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Alexander Mattison and Antonio Gibson for your lineup, you are not alone. Alexander Mattison finished the 2025 season at 5.3 PPG for the Las Vegas Raiders (14 games), and Antonio Gibson averaged 7.9 for the New England Patriots (15 games).

That 2.6-point weekly advantage for Antonio Gibson 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.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Alexander Mattison ran for 255 yards and 2 touchdowns; Antonio Gibson posted 548 and 3. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

One scheduling note: Alexander Mattison is off Week 10 and Antonio Gibson Week 14. 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: Alexander Mattison (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Antonio Gibson (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Antonio Gibson outscored Alexander Mattison by a projected 44 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Antonio Gibson played 15 games in 2025 compared to Alexander Mattison's 14. That durability gap means Antonio Gibson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Antonio Gibson scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Alexander Mattison vs Antonio Gibson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Alexander Mattison	Antonio Gibson
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.3	7.9
Games Played	14	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	74	119
Rushing Yards	255	548
Rush Yds/Game	18.2	36.5
Rushing TDs	2	3
Receptions	14	24
Receiving Yards	95	195
Targets	0	0
Total TDs	2	4
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 14

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Antonio Gibson at 7.9 PPG, 2.6 points per game above Alexander Mattison's 5.3. 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 Alexander Mattison or Antonio Gibson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Antonio Gibson has the edge at 7.9 PPG compared to Alexander Mattison's 5.3 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 Alexander Mattison and Antonio Gibson average in 2025?▾

Alexander Mattison averaged 5.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Antonio Gibson averaged 7.9 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 2.6 points per game.

When are Alexander Mattison and Antonio Gibson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Alexander Mattison (LV) has a bye in Week 10, and Antonio Gibson (NE) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Alexander Mattison or Antonio Gibson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Antonio Gibson outscored Alexander Mattison by 2.6 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.