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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Alexander Mattison vs Derrick HenryWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Derrick Henry is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 16.0 PPG to Alexander Mattison's 5.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Derrick Henry is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Derrick Henry outscored Alexander Mattison by 10.7 PPG in 2025 with 16 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Derrick Henry 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

RBBaltimore Ravens#7PPG LEADER

Derrick Henry

PPG

16.0

Games

Rush Yds

1,595

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

150

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

Alexander Mattison

Derrick Henry

Head to Head

5.3 PPG16.0 PPG

14 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Alexander Mattison: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Derrick Henry: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #7 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Alexander Mattison is producing at 24% of elite pace and Derrick Henry at 73%. That ranking gap means Derrick Henry carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Alexander Mattison vs Derrick Henry: The Full Breakdown

The numbers tell a clear story here. Derrick Henry put up 16.0 fantasy points per game for the Baltimore Ravens in 2025, while Alexander Mattison managed 5.3 across 14 games with the Las Vegas Raiders. A 10.7-point weekly edge is substantial at the running back position.

The per-game difference of 10.7 points favors Derrick Henry, 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. Alexander Mattison ran for 255 yards and 2 touchdowns; Derrick Henry posted 1595 and 16. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Alexander Mattison sits Week 10 while Derrick Henry 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

Derrick Henry 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. Derrick Henry (age 32, 9 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Derrick Henry outscored Alexander Mattison by a projected 182 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Derrick Henry played 17 games in 2025 compared to Alexander Mattison's 14. That durability gap means Derrick Henry contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Derrick Henry scored 16 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.9 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Alexander Mattison vs Derrick Henry: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Alexander Mattison	Derrick Henry
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.3	16.0
Games Played	14	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	74	272
Rushing Yards	255	1,595
Rush Yds/Game	18.2	93.8
Rushing TDs	2	16
Receptions	14	15
Receiving Yards	95	150
Targets	0	21
Total TDs	2	16
Age	-	32
Experience	-	9 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 13

Summary

16.0 PPG for Derrick Henry versus 5.3 for Alexander Mattison in 2025. The baseline favors Derrick Henry, 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 Alexander Mattison or Derrick Henry in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Derrick Henry has the edge at 16.0 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 Derrick Henry average in 2025?▾

Alexander Mattison averaged 5.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Derrick Henry averaged 16.0 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 10.7 points per game.

When are Alexander Mattison and Derrick Henry's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Alexander Mattison or Derrick Henry a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Derrick Henry outscored Alexander Mattison by 10.7 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.