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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Alexander Mattison vs Raheim SandersWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Alexander Mattison is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 5.3 PPG to Raheim Sanders's 4.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Alexander Mattison is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Alexander Mattison and Raheim Sanders are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.6-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#99PPG LEADER

Alexander Mattison

PPG

5.3

Games

Rush Yds

255

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 10

RBCleveland Browns#99

Raheim Sanders

PPG

4.7

Games

Rush Yds

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Alexander Mattison

Raheim Sanders

Head to Head

5.3 PPG4.7 PPG

14 GP4 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Alexander Mattison: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Raheim Sanders: 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 Raheim Sanders at 21%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Alexander Mattison vs Raheim Sanders: 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 Raheim Sanders clocked in at 4.7 across 4 appearances for the Cleveland Browns. A 0.6-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; Raheim Sanders posted 92 and 1. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Both share a Week 10 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking running backs this deep on your bench, plan your replacement running back early.

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. Raheim Sanders (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Alexander Mattison outscored Raheim Sanders by a projected 10 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Alexander Mattison played 14 games in 2025 compared to Raheim Sanders's 4. 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.
•Both players share a Week 10 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Alexander Mattison vs Raheim Sanders: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Alexander Mattison	Raheim Sanders
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.3	4.7
Games Played	14	4
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	74	19
Rushing Yards	255	92
Rush Yds/Game	18.2	23.0
Rushing TDs	2	1
Receptions	14	3
Receiving Yards	95	21
Targets	0	4
Total TDs	2	1
Age	-	23
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Alexander Mattison at 5.3 PPG, 0.6 points per game above Raheim Sanders's 4.7. 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 Raheim Sanders in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Alexander Mattison has the edge at 5.3 PPG compared to Raheim Sanders's 4.7 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 Raheim Sanders average in 2025?▾

Alexander Mattison averaged 5.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Raheim Sanders averaged 4.7 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 0.6 points per game.

Do Alexander Mattison and Raheim Sanders share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Alexander Mattison and Raheim Sanders share a Week 10 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is Alexander Mattison or Raheim Sanders a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Alexander Mattison outscored Raheim Sanders by 0.6 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.