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Antonio Gibson vs Trey BensonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Antonio Gibson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.9 PPG to Trey Benson's 7.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Antonio Gibson is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Antonio Gibson and Trey Benson are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.7-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
15
Rush Yds
548
Rush TDs
3
Rec
24
Rec Yds
195
Bye
Week 14
RBArizona Cardinals#46
Trey Benson
PPG
7.2
Games
4
Rush Yds
160
Rec
13
Rec Yds
64
Bye
Week 14

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Antonio Gibson
Trey Benson

Head to Head

7.9 PPG7.2 PPG
15 GP4 GP
Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Antonio Gibson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Trey Benson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #46 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Antonio Gibson is producing at 36% of elite pace and Trey Benson at 33%. That ranking gap means Trey Benson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Antonio Gibson vs Trey Benson: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Antonio Gibson and Trey Benson is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.7 PPG in 2025, this is one of those running back decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Antonio Gibson averaged 7.9 PPG with the New England Patriots across 15 games, and Trey Benson posted 7.2 with the Arizona Cardinals in 4.

When two running backs are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Antonio Gibson ran for 548 yards and 3 touchdowns; Trey Benson posted 160 and undefined. 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 14 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: Antonio Gibson (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Trey Benson (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

  • Antonio Gibson outscored Trey Benson by a projected 12 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Antonio Gibson played 15 games in 2025 compared to Trey Benson's 4. That durability gap means Antonio Gibson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Both players share a Week 14 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Antonio Gibson vs Trey Benson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatAntonio GibsonTrey Benson
PPG (Half-PPR)7.97.2
Games Played154
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)11929
Rushing Yards548160
Rush Yds/Game36.540.0
Rushing TDs30
Receptions2413
Receiving Yards19564
Targets016
Total TDs40
Age-23
Experience-1 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 14Week 14

Summary

7.9 PPG for Antonio Gibson versus 7.2 for Trey Benson in 2025. The baseline favors Antonio Gibson, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Antonio Gibson or Trey Benson in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Antonio Gibson has the edge at 7.9 PPG compared to Trey Benson's 7.2 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 Trey Benson average in 2025?

Antonio Gibson averaged 7.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Trey Benson averaged 7.2 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 0.7 points per game.

Do Antonio Gibson and Trey Benson share a bye week?

Yes, both Antonio Gibson and Trey Benson share a Week 14 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is Antonio Gibson or Trey Benson a better fantasy running back in 2026?

Antonio Gibson outscored Trey Benson by 0.7 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.