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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Ashton Jeanty vs Cam AkersWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Ashton Jeanty is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.8 PPG to Cam Akers's 6.0 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 Cam Akers by 6.8 PPG in 2025 with 10 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Ashton Jeanty is the clear pick. Cam Akers 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

Rush Yds

975

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

346

Bye

Week 13

RBMinnesota Vikings#99

Cam Akers

PPG

6.0

Games

Rush Yds

318

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Ashton Jeanty

Cam Akers

Head to Head

12.8 PPG6.0 PPG

17 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Ashton Jeanty: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #17 at the position). Cam Akers: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Ashton Jeanty is producing at 58% of elite pace and Cam Akers at 27%. That ranking gap means Ashton Jeanty carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Ashton Jeanty vs Cam Akers: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Ashton Jeanty (Las Vegas Raiders) averaged 12.8 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring Cam Akers (Minnesota Vikings, 6.0 PPG) by 6.8 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

The per-game difference of 6.8 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 Cam Akers profiles as a more traditional rusher with 318 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Ashton Jeanty carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Ashton Jeanty is off Week 13 and Cam Akers Week 6. 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

Ashton Jeanty is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Cam Akers 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. Cam Akers (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Ashton Jeanty outscored Cam Akers by a projected 116 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ashton Jeanty played 17 games in 2025 compared to Cam Akers's 13. 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 Cam Akers: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Ashton Jeanty	Cam Akers
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.8	6.0
Games Played	17	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	218	78
Rushing Yards	975	318
Rush Yds/Game	57.4	24.5
Rushing TDs	5	2
Receptions	55	14
Receiving Yards	346	98
Targets	73	0
Total TDs	10	2
Age	22	-
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 6

Summary

12.8 PPG for Ashton Jeanty versus 6.0 for Cam Akers 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 Cam Akers in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Ashton Jeanty has the edge at 12.8 PPG compared to Cam Akers's 6.0 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 Cam Akers average in 2025?▾

Ashton Jeanty averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Cam Akers averaged 6.0 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 6.8 points per game.

When are Ashton Jeanty and Cam Akers's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Ashton Jeanty (LV) has a bye in Week 13, and Cam Akers (MIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Ashton Jeanty or Cam Akers a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Ashton Jeanty outscored Cam Akers by 6.8 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.