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Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

Bhayshul Tuten or Cam AkersWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

It is nearly a coin flip, but lean Cam Akers over Bhayshul Tuten in 2026.

Cam Akers (6.0 PPG) and Bhayshul Tuten (5.6) finished 2025 separated by under a point per game. Both play running backs, so that per-game gap is the cleanest tiebreaker for a 2026 start or sit.

The Bottom Line

Statistically, Cam Akers and Bhayshul Tuten are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.4-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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RBJacksonville Jaguars#58

Bhayshul Tuten

PPG

5.6

Games

Rush Yds

307

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 7

RBMinnesota VikingsPPG LEADER

Cam Akers

PPG

6.0

Games

Rush Yds

318

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Bhayshul Tuten

Cam Akers

Head to Head

5.6 PPG6.0 PPG

15 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Bhayshul Tuten: Tier 6 (Deep League) RB (ranked #58 at the position). Cam Akers: Unranked RB. Among the top 50 running backs this season, Bhayshul Tuten is producing at 25% of elite pace and Cam Akers at 27%. Their per-game production is close enough that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Bhayshul Tuten vs Cam Akers: The Full Breakdown

Bhayshul Tuten (5.6 PPG) and Cam Akers (6.0 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. Bhayshul Tuten played 15 games for the Jacksonville Jaguars; Cam Akers suited up 13 times for the Minnesota Vikings.

A 0.4-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.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Bhayshul Tuten ran for 307 yards and 5 touchdowns; Cam Akers posted 318 and 2. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Bhayshul Tuten sits Week 7 while Cam Akers is off Week 6. 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: Bhayshul Tuten (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Cam Akers (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Cam Akers outscored Bhayshul Tuten by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Bhayshul Tuten played 15 games in 2025 compared to Cam Akers's 13. That durability gap means Bhayshul Tuten contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Bhayshul Tuten scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Bhayshul Tuten vs Cam Akers: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Bhayshul Tuten	Cam Akers
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.6	6.0
Games Played	15	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	84	78
Rushing Yards	307	318
Rush Yds/Game	20.5	24.5
Rushing TDs	5	2
Receptions	10	14
Receiving Yards	79	98
Targets	14	0
Total TDs	7	2
Age	24	-
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Cam Akers at 6.0 PPG, 0.4 points per game above Bhayshul Tuten's 5.6. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Bhayshul Tuten or Cam Akers in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Cam Akers has the edge at 6.0 PPG compared to Bhayshul Tuten's 5.6 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.

Should I draft Bhayshul Tuten or Cam Akers in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Cam Akers and Bhayshul Tuten come off the board in the same range, so take whichever fits your roster build. Cam Akers averaged 6.0 fantasy points per game in 2025 to Bhayshul Tuten's 5.6, a gap of under a point. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did Bhayshul Tuten and Cam Akers average in 2025?▾

Bhayshul Tuten averaged 5.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Cam Akers averaged 6.0 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

When are Bhayshul Tuten and Cam Akers's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Bhayshul Tuten (JAX) has a bye in Week 7, and Cam Akers (MIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Bhayshul Tuten or Cam Akers a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Cam Akers outscored Bhayshul Tuten by 0.4 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.