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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Ashton Jeanty vs Audric EstiméWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Ashton Jeanty is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.8 PPG to Audric Estimé's 8.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Ashton Jeanty is the better fantasy play this season.

Ashton Jeanty is the better play on a neutral week. 12.8 PPG with 1,321 yards gives a reliable baseline. Audric Estimé at 8.4 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Ashton Jeanty higher, but do not fade Audric Estimé entirely.

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

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RBLas Vegas Raiders#17PPG LEADER

Ashton Jeanty

PPG

12.8

Games

Rush Yds

975

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

346

Bye

Week 13

RBNew Orleans Saints#35

Audric Estimé

PPG

8.4

Games

Rush Yds

198

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

103

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Ashton Jeanty

Audric Estimé

Head to Head

12.8 PPG8.4 PPG

17 GP5 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Ashton Jeanty: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #17 at the position). Audric Estimé: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #35 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Ashton Jeanty is producing at 58% of elite pace and Audric Estimé at 38%. That ranking gap means Ashton Jeanty carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Ashton Jeanty vs Audric Estimé: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Ashton Jeanty and Audric Estimé is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Las Vegas Raiders running back put up 12.8 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Audric Estimé of the New Orleans Saints averaged 8.4 in 5. A 4.4-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 4.4 points favors Ashton Jeanty, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

Ashton Jeanty is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 55 targets into 346 yards, while Audric Estimé profiles as a more traditional rusher with 198 rushing yards and 1 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Ashton Jeanty carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Ashton Jeanty sits Week 13 while Audric Estimé is off Week 8. 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

Ashton Jeanty is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Audric Estimé is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Ashton Jeanty (age 22) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Audric Estimé (age 22) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Ashton Jeanty outscored Audric Estimé by a projected 75 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ashton Jeanty played 17 games in 2025 compared to Audric Estimé's 5. That durability gap means Ashton Jeanty contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Ashton Jeanty scored 10 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Ashton Jeanty caught 55 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Ashton Jeanty vs Audric Estimé: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Ashton Jeanty	Audric Estimé
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.8	8.4
Games Played	17	5
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	218	42
Rushing Yards	975	198
Rush Yds/Game	57.4	39.6
Rushing TDs	5	1
Receptions	55	12
Receiving Yards	346	103
Targets	73	13
Total TDs	10	1
Age	22	22
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 8

Summary

12.8 PPG for Ashton Jeanty versus 8.4 for Audric Estimé in 2025. The baseline favors Ashton Jeanty, 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 Ashton Jeanty or Audric Estimé in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Ashton Jeanty has the edge at 12.8 PPG compared to Audric Estimé's 8.4 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 Ashton Jeanty and Audric Estimé average in 2025?▾

Ashton Jeanty averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Audric Estimé averaged 8.4 PPG over 5 games. That is a difference of 4.4 points per game.

When are Ashton Jeanty and Audric Estimé's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Ashton Jeanty (LV) has a bye in Week 13, and Audric Estimé (NO) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Ashton Jeanty or Audric Estimé a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Ashton Jeanty outscored Audric Estimé by 4.4 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.