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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Bhayshul Tuten vs Dameon PierceWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Dameon Pierce is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.4 PPG to Bhayshul Tuten's 5.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Dameon Pierce is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Dameon Pierce edges Bhayshul Tuten by 0.8 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, Dameon Pierce 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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RBJacksonville Jaguars#58

Bhayshul Tuten

PPG

5.6

Games

Rush Yds

307

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 7

RBHouston Texans#99PPG LEADER

Dameon Pierce

PPG

6.4

Games

Rush Yds

342

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

108

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Bhayshul Tuten

Dameon Pierce

Head to Head

5.6 PPG6.4 PPG

15 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Bhayshul Tuten: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #58 at the position). Dameon Pierce: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Bhayshul Tuten is producing at 25% of elite pace and Dameon Pierce at 29%. That ranking gap means Bhayshul Tuten carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Bhayshul Tuten vs Dameon Pierce: The Full Breakdown

Bhayshul Tuten (5.6 PPG) and Dameon Pierce (6.4 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; Dameon Pierce suited up 13 times for the Houston Texans.

A 0.8-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; Dameon Pierce posted 342 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 Dameon Pierce is off Week 14. 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. Dameon Pierce (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Dameon Pierce outscored Bhayshul Tuten by a projected 14 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Bhayshul Tuten played 15 games in 2025 compared to Dameon Pierce'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 Dameon Pierce: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Bhayshul Tuten	Dameon Pierce
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.6	6.4
Games Played	15	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	84	83
Rushing Yards	307	342
Rush Yds/Game	20.5	26.3
Rushing TDs	5	2
Receptions	10	15
Receiving Yards	79	108
Targets	14	0
Total TDs	7	2
Age	24	-
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 14

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Dameon Pierce holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 6.4 points per game. Bhayshul Tuten averaged 5.6 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Bhayshul Tuten or Dameon Pierce in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Dameon Pierce has the edge at 6.4 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.

How many fantasy points did Bhayshul Tuten and Dameon Pierce average in 2025?▾

Bhayshul Tuten averaged 5.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Dameon Pierce averaged 6.4 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 0.8 points per game.

When are Bhayshul Tuten and Dameon Pierce's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Bhayshul Tuten (JAX) has a bye in Week 7, and Dameon Pierce (HOU) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Bhayshul Tuten or Dameon Pierce a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Dameon Pierce outscored Bhayshul Tuten by 0.8 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.