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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Audric Estimé vs Devin NealWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Audric Estimé is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.4 PPG to Devin Neal's 5.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Audric Estimé is the better fantasy play this season.

Audric Estimé is the better play on a neutral week. 8.4 PPG with 301 yards gives a reliable baseline. Devin Neal at 5.7 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Audric Estimé higher, but do not fade Devin Neal entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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RBNew Orleans Saints#35PPG LEADER

Audric Estimé

PPG

8.4

Games

Rush Yds

198

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

103

Bye

Week 8

RBNew Orleans Saints#57

Devin Neal

PPG

5.7

Games

Rush Yds

206

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

104

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Audric Estimé

Devin Neal

Head to Head

8.4 PPG5.7 PPG

5 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Audric Estimé: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #35 at the position). Devin Neal: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #57 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Audric Estimé is producing at 38% of elite pace and Devin Neal at 26%. That ranking gap means Audric Estimé carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Audric Estimé vs Devin Neal: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Audric Estimé and Devin Neal is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The New Orleans Saints running back put up 8.4 PPG in 2025 over 5 games; Devin Neal of the New Orleans Saints averaged 5.7 in 9. A 2.7-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.7 points favors Audric Estimé, 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 profile as early-down workhorses. Audric Estimé ran for 198 yards and 1 touchdowns; Devin Neal posted 206 and 2. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Both share a Week 8 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking running backs this deep on your bench, plan your replacement running back early.

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: Audric Estimé (age 22) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Devin Neal (age 22) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Audric Estimé outscored Devin Neal by a projected 46 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Devin Neal played 9 games in 2025 compared to Audric Estimé's 5. That durability gap means Devin Neal contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Devin Neal scored 2 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Both players share a Week 8 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Audric Estimé vs Devin Neal: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Audric Estimé	Devin Neal
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.4	5.7
Games Played	5	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	42	51
Rushing Yards	198	206
Rush Yds/Game	39.6	22.9
Rushing TDs	1	2
Receptions	12	17
Receiving Yards	103	104
Targets	13	19
Total TDs	1	2
Age	22	22
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 8

Summary

8.4 PPG for Audric Estimé versus 5.7 for Devin Neal in 2025. The baseline favors Audric Estimé, 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 Audric Estimé or Devin Neal in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Audric Estimé has the edge at 8.4 PPG compared to Devin Neal's 5.7 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 Audric Estimé and Devin Neal average in 2025?▾

Audric Estimé averaged 8.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2025. Devin Neal averaged 5.7 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 2.7 points per game.

Do Audric Estimé and Devin Neal share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Audric Estimé and Devin Neal share a Week 8 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is Audric Estimé or Devin Neal a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Audric Estimé outscored Devin Neal by 2.7 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.