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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Alexander Mattison vs Ashton JeantyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Ashton Jeanty is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.8 PPG to Alexander Mattison's 5.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Ashton Jeanty is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Ashton Jeanty outscored Alexander Mattison by 7.5 PPG in 2025 with 10 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Ashton Jeanty is the clear pick. Alexander Mattison 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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RBLas Vegas Raiders#99

Alexander Mattison

PPG

5.3

Games

Rush Yds

255

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 10

RBLas Vegas Raiders#17PPG LEADER

Ashton Jeanty

PPG

12.8

Games

Rush Yds

975

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

346

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

Alexander Mattison

Ashton Jeanty

Head to Head

5.3 PPG12.8 PPG

14 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Alexander Mattison: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Ashton Jeanty: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #17 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Alexander Mattison is producing at 24% of elite pace and Ashton Jeanty at 58%. That ranking gap means Ashton Jeanty carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Alexander Mattison vs Ashton Jeanty: The Full Breakdown

The numbers tell a clear story here. Ashton Jeanty put up 12.8 fantasy points per game for the Las Vegas Raiders in 2025, while Alexander Mattison managed 5.3 across 14 games with the Las Vegas Raiders. A 7.5-point weekly edge is substantial at the running back position.

That 7.5-point weekly advantage for Ashton Jeanty 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.

Ashton Jeanty is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 55 targets into 346 yards, while Alexander Mattison profiles as a more traditional rusher with 255 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Ashton Jeanty carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Alexander Mattison sits Week 10 while Ashton Jeanty is off Week 13. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Ashton Jeanty is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Alexander Mattison is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Alexander Mattison (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Ashton Jeanty (age 22) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Ashton Jeanty outscored Alexander Mattison by a projected 128 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ashton Jeanty played 17 games in 2025 compared to Alexander Mattison's 14. That durability gap means Ashton Jeanty contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Ashton Jeanty scored 10 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Ashton Jeanty caught 55 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Alexander Mattison vs Ashton Jeanty: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Alexander Mattison	Ashton Jeanty
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.3	12.8
Games Played	14	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	74	218
Rushing Yards	255	975
Rush Yds/Game	18.2	57.4
Rushing TDs	2	5
Receptions	14	55
Receiving Yards	95	346
Targets	0	73
Total TDs	2	10
Age	-	22
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 13

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Ashton Jeanty at 12.8 PPG, 7.5 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 Ashton Jeanty in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Ashton Jeanty has the edge at 12.8 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 Ashton Jeanty average in 2025?▾

Alexander Mattison averaged 5.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Ashton Jeanty averaged 12.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 7.5 points per game.

When are Alexander Mattison and Ashton Jeanty's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Alexander Mattison (LV) has a bye in Week 10, and Ashton Jeanty (LV) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Alexander Mattison or Ashton Jeanty a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Ashton Jeanty outscored Alexander Mattison by 7.5 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.