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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Ashton Jeanty vs Najee HarrisWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

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

The Bottom Line

Ashton Jeanty is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Ashton Jeanty edges Najee Harris by 0.0 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Ashton Jeanty goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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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

RBPittsburgh Steelers#99

Najee Harris

PPG

12.8

Games

Rush Yds

1,010

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

225

Bye

Week 9

The Edge Chart

Ashton Jeanty

Najee Harris

Head to Head

12.8 PPG12.8 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

Ashton Jeanty: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #17 at the position). Najee Harris: 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 Najee Harris at 58%. That ranking gap means Ashton Jeanty carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Ashton Jeanty vs Najee Harris: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Ashton Jeanty finished the 2025 season at 12.8 PPG over 17 games with the Las Vegas Raiders, while Najee Harris clocked in at 12.8 across 17 appearances for the Pittsburgh Steelers. A 0.0-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Ashton Jeanty is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 55 targets into 346 yards, while Najee Harris profiles as a more traditional rusher with 1010 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.

One scheduling note: Ashton Jeanty is off Week 13 and Najee Harris Week 9. 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

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Ashton Jeanty (age 22) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Najee Harris (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Ashton Jeanty outscored Najee Harris by a projected 0 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 Najee Harris: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Ashton Jeanty	Najee Harris
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.8	12.8
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	218	218
Rushing Yards	975	1,010
Rush Yds/Game	57.4	59.4
Rushing TDs	5	6
Receptions	55	30
Receiving Yards	346	225
Targets	73	0
Total TDs	10	7
Age	22	-
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 9

Summary

Ashton Jeanty outscored Najee Harris by 0.0 PPG in 2025 (12.8 to 12.8). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Ashton Jeanty or Najee Harris in fantasy football?▾

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

Ashton Jeanty averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Najee Harris averaged 12.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.0 points per game.

When are Ashton Jeanty and Najee Harris's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Ashton Jeanty (LV) has a bye in Week 13, and Najee Harris (PIT) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Ashton Jeanty or Najee Harris a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Ashton Jeanty outscored Najee Harris by 0.0 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.