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Ashton Jeanty vs Blake CorumWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Ashton Jeanty is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.8 PPG to Blake Corum's 7.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Ashton Jeanty is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Ashton Jeanty outscored Blake Corum by 5.8 PPG in 2025 with 10 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Ashton Jeanty is the clear pick. Blake Corum profiles as a matchup-dependent running back who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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RBLas Vegas Raiders#17PPG LEADER
Ashton Jeanty
PPG
12.8
Games
17
Rush Yds
975
Rush TDs
5
Rec
55
Rec Yds
346
Bye
Week 13
RBLos Angeles Rams#47
Blake Corum
PPG
7.0
Games
17
Rush Yds
746
Rush TDs
6
Rec
8
Rec Yds
36
Bye
Week 11

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Ashton Jeanty
Blake Corum

Head to Head

12.8 PPG7.0 PPG
17 GP17 GP
Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Ashton Jeanty: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #17 at the position). Blake Corum: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #47 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Ashton Jeanty is producing at 58% of elite pace and Blake Corum at 32%. That ranking gap means Ashton Jeanty carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Ashton Jeanty vs Blake Corum: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Ashton Jeanty and Blake Corum for your lineup, you are not alone. Ashton Jeanty finished the 2025 season at 12.8 PPG for the Las Vegas Raiders (17 games), and Blake Corum averaged 7.0 for the Los Angeles Rams (17 games).

That 5.8-point weekly advantage for Ashton Jeanty 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.

Ashton Jeanty is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 55 targets into 346 yards, while Blake Corum profiles as a more traditional rusher with 746 rushing yards and 6 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 Blake Corum is off Week 11. 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. Blake Corum 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. Blake Corum (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

  • Ashton Jeanty outscored Blake Corum by a projected 99 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • 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 Blake Corum: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatAshton JeantyBlake Corum
PPG (Half-PPR)12.87.0
Games Played1717
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)218119
Rushing Yards975746
Rush Yds/Game57.443.9
Rushing TDs56
Receptions558
Receiving Yards34636
Targets7314
Total TDs106
Age2225
Experience-1 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 13Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Ashton Jeanty at 12.8 PPG, 5.8 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 Ashton Jeanty or Blake Corum in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Ashton Jeanty has the edge at 12.8 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 Ashton Jeanty and Blake Corum average in 2025?

Ashton Jeanty averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Blake Corum averaged 7.0 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 5.8 points per game.

When are Ashton Jeanty and Blake Corum's bye weeks in 2026?

Ashton Jeanty (LV) has a bye in Week 13, and Blake Corum (LAR) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Ashton Jeanty or Blake Corum a better fantasy running back in 2026?

Ashton Jeanty outscored Blake Corum by 5.8 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.

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