Ashton Jeanty vs Dylan Sampson: Who Should You Start?
The numbers tell a clear story here. Ashton Jeanty put up 12.8 fantasy points per game for the Las Vegas Raiders in 2025, while Dylan Sampson managed 4.7 across 15 games with the Cleveland Browns. A 8.1-point weekly edge is substantial at the running back position.
The per-game difference of 8.1 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 Dylan Sampson profiles as a more traditional rusher with 175 rushing yards and undefined touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Ashton Jeanty carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.
Both share a Week 10 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking running backs this deep on your bench, plan your replacement running back early.
