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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Alexander Mattison vs Najee HarrisWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Najee Harris 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

Najee Harris is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Najee Harris outscored Alexander Mattison by 7.5 PPG in 2025 with 7 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Najee Harris 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

RBPittsburgh Steelers#99PPG LEADER

Najee Harris

PPG

12.8

Games

Rush Yds

1,010

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

225

Bye

Week 9

The Edge Chart

Alexander Mattison

Najee Harris

Head to Head

5.3 PPG12.8 PPG

14 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

Alexander Mattison: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Najee Harris: 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 Najee Harris at 58%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Alexander Mattison vs Najee Harris: The Full Breakdown

The numbers tell a clear story here. Najee Harris put up 12.8 fantasy points per game for the Pittsburgh Steelers 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 Najee Harris 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; Najee Harris posted 1010 and 6. 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 Najee Harris is off Week 9. 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

Najee Harris 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. Najee Harris (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Najee Harris outscored Alexander Mattison by a projected 128 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Najee Harris played 17 games in 2025 compared to Alexander Mattison's 14. That durability gap means Najee Harris contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Najee Harris scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Alexander Mattison vs Najee Harris: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Alexander Mattison	Najee Harris
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.3	12.8
Games Played	14	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	74	218
Rushing Yards	255	1,010
Rush Yds/Game	18.2	59.4
Rushing TDs	2	6
Receptions	14	30
Receiving Yards	95	225
Targets	0	0
Total TDs	2	7
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 9

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Najee Harris 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 Najee Harris in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Najee Harris 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 Najee Harris average in 2025?▾

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

When are Alexander Mattison and Najee Harris's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Alexander Mattison (LV) has a bye in Week 10, and Najee Harris (PIT) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Alexander Mattison or Najee Harris a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Najee Harris 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.