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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Alexander Mattison vs Devin NealWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Devin Neal is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 5.7 PPG to Alexander Mattison's 5.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Devin Neal is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Devin Neal and Alexander Mattison are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.4-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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RBLas Vegas Raiders#99

Alexander Mattison

PPG

5.3

Games

Rush Yds

255

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 10

RBNew Orleans Saints#57PPG LEADER

Devin Neal

PPG

5.7

Games

Rush Yds

206

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

104

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Alexander Mattison

Devin Neal

Head to Head

5.3 PPG5.7 PPG

14 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Alexander Mattison: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Devin Neal: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #57 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Alexander Mattison is producing at 24% of elite pace and Devin Neal at 26%. That ranking gap means Devin Neal carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Alexander Mattison vs Devin Neal: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Alexander Mattison finished the 2025 season at 5.3 PPG over 14 games with the Las Vegas Raiders, while Devin Neal clocked in at 5.7 across 9 appearances for the New Orleans Saints. A 0.4-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.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Alexander Mattison ran for 255 yards and 2 touchdowns; Devin Neal posted 206 and 2. 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 Devin Neal Week 8. 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. Devin Neal (age 22) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Devin Neal outscored Alexander Mattison by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Alexander Mattison played 14 games in 2025 compared to Devin Neal's 9. That durability gap means Alexander Mattison contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Alexander Mattison scored 2 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.1 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Alexander Mattison vs Devin Neal: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Alexander Mattison	Devin Neal
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.3	5.7
Games Played	14	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	74	51
Rushing Yards	255	206
Rush Yds/Game	18.2	22.9
Rushing TDs	2	2
Receptions	14	17
Receiving Yards	95	104
Targets	0	19
Total TDs	2	2
Age	-	22
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 8

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Devin Neal at 5.7 PPG, 0.4 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 Devin Neal in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Devin Neal has the edge at 5.7 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 Devin Neal average in 2025?▾

Alexander Mattison averaged 5.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Devin Neal averaged 5.7 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

When are Alexander Mattison and Devin Neal's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Alexander Mattison (LV) has a bye in Week 10, and Devin Neal (NO) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Alexander Mattison or Devin Neal a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Devin Neal outscored Alexander Mattison by 0.4 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.