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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Ashton Jeanty vs Rachaad WhiteWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Ashton Jeanty is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.8 PPG to Rachaad White's 7.2 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 Rachaad White by 5.6 PPG in 2025 with 10 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Ashton Jeanty is the clear pick. Rachaad White 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

RBTampa Bay Buccaneers#45

Rachaad White

PPG

7.2

Games

Rush Yds

572

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

218

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Ashton Jeanty

Rachaad White

Head to Head

12.8 PPG7.2 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Ashton Jeanty: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #17 at the position). Rachaad White: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #45 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Ashton Jeanty is producing at 58% of elite pace and Rachaad White at 33%. That ranking gap means Ashton Jeanty carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Ashton Jeanty vs Rachaad White: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Ashton Jeanty and Rachaad White is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Las Vegas Raiders running back put up 12.8 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Rachaad White of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers averaged 7.2 in 17. A 5.6-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.6 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.

Both are three-down backs with real passing-game roles. Ashton Jeanty caught 55 balls for 346 yards, and Rachaad White hauled in 40 for 218. That receiving workload gives them high PPR floors even in games where the ground attack gets stuffed, and it is why both stay on the field in obvious passing situations.

One scheduling note: Ashton Jeanty is off Week 13 and Rachaad White Week 10. 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. Rachaad White 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. Rachaad White (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Ashton Jeanty outscored Rachaad White by a projected 95 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 5 years younger than Rachaad White (22 vs 27), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Ashton Jeanty vs Rachaad White: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Ashton Jeanty	Rachaad White
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.8	7.2
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	218	122
Rushing Yards	975	572
Rush Yds/Game	57.4	33.6
Rushing TDs	5	4
Receptions	55	40
Receiving Yards	346	218
Targets	73	45
Total TDs	10	4
Age	22	27
Experience	-	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 10

Summary

12.8 PPG for Ashton Jeanty versus 7.2 for Rachaad White 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 Rachaad White in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Ashton Jeanty has the edge at 12.8 PPG compared to Rachaad White's 7.2 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 Rachaad White average in 2025?▾

Ashton Jeanty averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Rachaad White averaged 7.2 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 5.6 points per game.

When are Ashton Jeanty and Rachaad White's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Ashton Jeanty or Rachaad White a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Ashton Jeanty outscored Rachaad White by 5.6 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.