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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Antonio Gibson vs Blake CorumWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Antonio Gibson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.9 PPG to Blake Corum's 7.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Antonio Gibson is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Antonio Gibson and Blake Corum are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.9-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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RBNew England Patriots#99PPG LEADER

Antonio Gibson

PPG

7.9

Games

Rush Yds

548

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

195

Bye

Week 14

RBLos Angeles Rams#47

Blake Corum

PPG

7.0

Games

Rush Yds

746

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Antonio Gibson

Blake Corum

Head to Head

7.9 PPG7.0 PPG

15 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Antonio Gibson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Blake Corum: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #47 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Antonio Gibson is producing at 36% of elite pace and Blake Corum at 32%. That ranking gap means Blake Corum carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Antonio Gibson vs Blake Corum: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Antonio Gibson finished the 2025 season at 7.9 PPG over 15 games with the New England Patriots, while Blake Corum clocked in at 7.0 across 17 appearances for the Los Angeles Rams. A 0.9-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. Antonio Gibson ran for 548 yards and 3 touchdowns; Blake Corum posted 746 and 6. 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: Antonio Gibson is off Week 14 and Blake Corum Week 11. 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: Antonio Gibson (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Blake Corum (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Antonio Gibson outscored Blake Corum by a projected 15 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Blake Corum played 17 games in 2025 compared to Antonio Gibson's 15. That durability gap means Blake Corum contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Blake Corum scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Antonio Gibson vs Blake Corum: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Antonio Gibson	Blake Corum
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.9	7.0
Games Played	15	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	119	119
Rushing Yards	548	746
Rush Yds/Game	36.5	43.9
Rushing TDs	3	6
Receptions	24	8
Receiving Yards	195	36
Targets	0	14
Total TDs	4	6
Age	-	25
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Antonio Gibson at 7.9 PPG, 0.9 points per game above Blake Corum's 7.0. 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 Antonio Gibson or Blake Corum in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Antonio Gibson has the edge at 7.9 PPG compared to Blake Corum's 7.0 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 Antonio Gibson and Blake Corum average in 2025?▾

Antonio Gibson averaged 7.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Blake Corum averaged 7.0 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.9 points per game.

When are Antonio Gibson and Blake Corum's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Antonio Gibson (NE) has a bye in Week 14, and Blake Corum (LAR) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Antonio Gibson or Blake Corum a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Antonio Gibson outscored Blake Corum by 0.9 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.