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Ashton Jeanty vs Kyle MonangaiWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Ashton Jeanty is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.8 PPG to Kyle Monangai's 8.1 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. Kyle Monangai at 8.1 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Ashton Jeanty higher, but do not fade Kyle Monangai 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
17
Rush Yds
975
Rush TDs
5
Rec
55
Rec Yds
346
Bye
Week 13
RBChicago Bears#38
Kyle Monangai
PPG
8.1
Games
17
Rush Yds
783
Rush TDs
5
Rec
18
Rec Yds
164
Bye
Week 10

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Ashton Jeanty
Kyle Monangai

Head to Head

12.8 PPG8.1 PPG
17 GP17 GP
Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Ashton Jeanty: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #17 at the position). Kyle Monangai: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #38 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Ashton Jeanty is producing at 58% of elite pace and Kyle Monangai at 37%. That ranking gap means Ashton Jeanty carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Ashton Jeanty vs Kyle Monangai: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Ashton Jeanty and Kyle Monangai is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Las Vegas Raiders running back put up 12.8 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Kyle Monangai of the Chicago Bears averaged 8.1 in 17. A 4.7-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 4.7 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 Kyle Monangai profiles as a more traditional rusher with 783 rushing yards and 5 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Ashton Jeanty carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

Ashton Jeanty has his bye in Week 13, and Kyle Monangai rests in Week 10. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Ashton Jeanty is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Kyle Monangai 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. Kyle Monangai (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

  • Ashton Jeanty outscored Kyle Monangai by a projected 80 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 Kyle Monangai: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatAshton JeantyKyle Monangai
PPG (Half-PPR)12.88.1
Games Played1717
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)218138
Rushing Yards975783
Rush Yds/Game57.446.1
Rushing TDs55
Receptions5518
Receiving Yards346164
Targets7330
Total TDs105
Age2223
Bye WeekWeek 13Week 10

Summary

12.8 PPG for Ashton Jeanty versus 8.1 for Kyle Monangai 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 Kyle Monangai in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Ashton Jeanty has the edge at 12.8 PPG compared to Kyle Monangai's 8.1 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 Kyle Monangai average in 2025?

Ashton Jeanty averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Kyle Monangai averaged 8.1 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 4.7 points per game.

When are Ashton Jeanty and Kyle Monangai's bye weeks in 2026?

Ashton Jeanty (LV) has a bye in Week 13, and Kyle Monangai (CHI) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Ashton Jeanty or Kyle Monangai a better fantasy running back in 2026?

Ashton Jeanty outscored Kyle Monangai by 4.7 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.

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