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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Bhayshul Tuten vs Khalil HerbertWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Khalil Herbert is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 5.8 PPG to Bhayshul Tuten's 5.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Khalil Herbert is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Khalil Herbert and Bhayshul Tuten are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.2-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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RBJacksonville Jaguars#58

Bhayshul Tuten

PPG

5.6

Games

Rush Yds

307

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 7

RBCincinnati Bengals#99PPG LEADER

Khalil Herbert

PPG

5.8

Games

Rush Yds

248

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Bhayshul Tuten

Khalil Herbert

Head to Head

5.6 PPG5.8 PPG

15 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Bhayshul Tuten: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #58 at the position). Khalil Herbert: 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 Khalil Herbert at 26%. That ranking gap means Bhayshul Tuten carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Bhayshul Tuten vs Khalil Herbert: The Full Breakdown

Bhayshul Tuten (5.6 PPG) and Khalil Herbert (5.8 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; Khalil Herbert suited up 12 times for the Cincinnati Bengals.

A 0.2-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.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Bhayshul Tuten ran for 307 yards and 5 touchdowns; Khalil Herbert posted 248 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 Khalil Herbert is off Week 12. 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. Khalil Herbert (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Khalil Herbert outscored Bhayshul Tuten by a projected 3 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Bhayshul Tuten played 15 games in 2025 compared to Khalil Herbert's 12. 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 Khalil Herbert: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Bhayshul Tuten	Khalil Herbert
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.6	5.8
Games Played	15	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	84	70
Rushing Yards	307	248
Rush Yds/Game	20.5	20.7
Rushing TDs	5	2
Receptions	10	12
Receiving Yards	79	85
Targets	14	0
Total TDs	7	2
Age	24	-
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 12

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Khalil Herbert at 5.8 PPG, 0.2 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 Khalil Herbert in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Khalil Herbert has the edge at 5.8 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 Khalil Herbert average in 2025?▾

Bhayshul Tuten averaged 5.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Khalil Herbert averaged 5.8 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 0.2 points per game.

When are Bhayshul Tuten and Khalil Herbert's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Bhayshul Tuten (JAX) has a bye in Week 7, and Khalil Herbert (CIN) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Bhayshul Tuten or Khalil Herbert a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Khalil Herbert outscored Bhayshul Tuten by 0.2 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.