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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Ashton Jeanty vs Rhamondre StevensonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Ashton Jeanty is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.8 PPG to Rhamondre Stevenson's 11.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Ashton Jeanty is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Ashton Jeanty and Rhamondre Stevenson are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.2-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

RBNew England Patriots#22

Rhamondre Stevenson

PPG

11.6

Games

Rush Yds

603

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

345

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Ashton Jeanty

Rhamondre Stevenson

Head to Head

12.8 PPG11.6 PPG

17 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Ashton Jeanty: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #17 at the position). Rhamondre Stevenson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #22 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Ashton Jeanty is producing at 58% of elite pace and Rhamondre Stevenson at 53%. That ranking gap means Ashton Jeanty carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Ashton Jeanty vs Rhamondre Stevenson: The Full Breakdown

Ashton Jeanty (12.8 PPG) and Rhamondre Stevenson (11.6 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two running backs are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Ashton Jeanty played 17 games for the Las Vegas Raiders; Rhamondre Stevenson suited up 14 times for the New England Patriots.

A 1.2-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Ashton Jeanty is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 55 targets into 346 yards, while Rhamondre Stevenson profiles as a more traditional rusher with 603 rushing yards and 7 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 Rhamondre Stevenson is off Week 11. 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

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. Rhamondre Stevenson (age 28, 4 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Ashton Jeanty outscored Rhamondre Stevenson by a projected 20 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ashton Jeanty played 17 games in 2025 compared to Rhamondre Stevenson's 14. That durability gap means Ashton Jeanty contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•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 Rhamondre Stevenson (22 vs 28), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Ashton Jeanty vs Rhamondre Stevenson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Ashton Jeanty	Rhamondre Stevenson
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.8	11.6
Games Played	17	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	218	162
Rushing Yards	975	603
Rush Yds/Game	57.4	43.1
Rushing TDs	5	7
Receptions	55	32
Receiving Yards	346	345
Targets	73	37
Total TDs	10	9
Age	22	28
Experience	-	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 11

Summary

12.8 PPG for Ashton Jeanty versus 11.6 for Rhamondre Stevenson 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 Rhamondre Stevenson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Ashton Jeanty has the edge at 12.8 PPG compared to Rhamondre Stevenson's 11.6 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 Rhamondre Stevenson average in 2025?▾

Ashton Jeanty averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Rhamondre Stevenson averaged 11.6 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 1.2 points per game.

When are Ashton Jeanty and Rhamondre Stevenson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Ashton Jeanty (LV) has a bye in Week 13, and Rhamondre Stevenson (NE) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Ashton Jeanty or Rhamondre Stevenson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Ashton Jeanty outscored Rhamondre Stevenson by 1.2 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.