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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Antonio Gibson vs Khalil HerbertWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Antonio Gibson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.9 PPG to Khalil Herbert's 5.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Antonio Gibson is the better fantasy play this season.

Antonio Gibson is the better play on a neutral week. 7.9 PPG with 743 yards gives a reliable baseline. Khalil Herbert at 5.8 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Antonio Gibson higher, but do not fade Khalil Herbert entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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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

RBCincinnati Bengals#99

Khalil Herbert

PPG

5.8

Games

Rush Yds

248

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Antonio Gibson

Khalil Herbert

Head to Head

7.9 PPG5.8 PPG

15 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Antonio Gibson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Khalil Herbert: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Antonio Gibson is producing at 36% of elite pace and Khalil Herbert at 26%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Antonio Gibson vs Khalil Herbert: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Antonio Gibson and Khalil Herbert for your lineup, you are not alone. Antonio Gibson finished the 2025 season at 7.9 PPG for the New England Patriots (15 games), and Khalil Herbert averaged 5.8 for the Cincinnati Bengals (12 games).

That 2.1-point weekly advantage for Antonio Gibson 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. Antonio Gibson ran for 548 yards and 3 touchdowns; Khalil Herbert posted 248 and 2. 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: Antonio Gibson sits Week 14 while Khalil Herbert is off Week 12. 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

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

Did You Know?

•Antonio Gibson outscored Khalil Herbert by a projected 36 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Antonio Gibson played 15 games in 2025 compared to Khalil Herbert's 12. That durability gap means Antonio Gibson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Antonio Gibson scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Antonio Gibson vs Khalil Herbert: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Antonio Gibson	Khalil Herbert
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.9	5.8
Games Played	15	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	119	70
Rushing Yards	548	248
Rush Yds/Game	36.5	20.7
Rushing TDs	3	2
Receptions	24	12
Receiving Yards	195	85
Targets	0	0
Total TDs	4	2
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 12

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Antonio Gibson at 7.9 PPG, 2.1 points per game above Khalil Herbert's 5.8. 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 Khalil Herbert in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Antonio Gibson has the edge at 7.9 PPG compared to Khalil Herbert's 5.8 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 Khalil Herbert average in 2025?▾

Antonio Gibson averaged 7.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Khalil Herbert averaged 5.8 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 2.1 points per game.

When are Antonio Gibson and Khalil Herbert's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Antonio Gibson (NE) has a bye in Week 14, and Khalil Herbert (CIN) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Antonio Gibson or Khalil Herbert a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Antonio Gibson outscored Khalil Herbert by 2.1 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.