Head to Head

Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Ashton Jeanty vs David MontgomeryWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Ashton Jeanty is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.8 PPG to David Montgomery's 9.1 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. David Montgomery at 9.1 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Ashton Jeanty higher, but do not fade David Montgomery entirely.

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

Want this verdict updated live on Sunday?

Track Ashton Jeanty and David Montgomery in the DraftCall app and get their updates the moment they change.

Get the App

RBLas Vegas Raiders#17PPG LEADER

Ashton Jeanty

PPG

12.8

Games

Rush Yds

975

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

346

Bye

Week 13

RBDetroit Lions#33

David Montgomery

PPG

9.1

Games

Rush Yds

716

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

192

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Ashton Jeanty

David Montgomery

Head to Head

12.8 PPG9.1 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Ashton Jeanty: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #17 at the position). David Montgomery: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #33 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Ashton Jeanty is producing at 58% of elite pace and David Montgomery at 41%. That ranking gap means Ashton Jeanty carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Ashton Jeanty vs David Montgomery: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Ashton Jeanty and David Montgomery 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 David Montgomery averaged 9.1 for the Detroit Lions (17 games).

That 3.7-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 David Montgomery profiles as a more traditional rusher with 716 rushing yards and 8 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 David Montgomery is off Week 6. 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. David Montgomery 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. David Montgomery (age 28, 6 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Ashton Jeanty outscored David Montgomery by a projected 63 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.
•Ashton Jeanty is 6 years younger than David Montgomery (22 vs 28), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Ashton Jeanty vs David Montgomery: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Ashton Jeanty	David Montgomery
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.8	9.1
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	218	155
Rushing Yards	975	716
Rush Yds/Game	57.4	42.1
Rushing TDs	5	8
Receptions	55	24
Receiving Yards	346	192
Targets	73	29
Total TDs	10	9
Age	22	28
Experience	-	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Ashton Jeanty at 12.8 PPG, 3.7 points per game above David Montgomery's 9.1. 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.

Website vs App

Get the AI verdict on Ashton Jeanty vs David Montgomery

DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality, recent trends, injury impact, and game script to give you a clear start/sit recommendation.

See everything in the app →

Launch List

Get the live verdict on Ashton Jeanty vs David Montgomery

The DraftCall app delivers live game-day verdicts on every matchup. Join the launch list and we will email you the day it goes live for the 2026 NFL season, with your direct iOS and Android install links.

We will never share your email. Unsubscribe anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Ashton Jeanty or David Montgomery in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Ashton Jeanty has the edge at 12.8 PPG compared to David Montgomery's 9.1 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 David Montgomery average in 2025?▾

Ashton Jeanty averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. David Montgomery averaged 9.1 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 3.7 points per game.

When are Ashton Jeanty and David Montgomery's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Ashton Jeanty or David Montgomery a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Ashton Jeanty outscored David Montgomery by 3.7 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.