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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Blake Corum vs Khalil HerbertWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Blake Corum is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.0 PPG to Khalil Herbert's 5.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Blake Corum is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Blake Corum edges Khalil Herbert by 1.2 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, Blake Corum 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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RBLos Angeles Rams#47PPG LEADER

Blake Corum

PPG

7.0

Games

Rush Yds

746

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 11

RBCincinnati Bengals#99

Khalil Herbert

PPG

5.8

Games

Rush Yds

248

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Blake Corum

Khalil Herbert

Head to Head

7.0 PPG5.8 PPG

17 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Blake Corum: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #47 at the position). Khalil Herbert: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Blake Corum is producing at 32% of elite pace and Khalil Herbert at 26%. That ranking gap means Blake Corum carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Blake Corum vs Khalil Herbert: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Blake Corum finished the 2025 season at 7.0 PPG over 17 games with the Los Angeles Rams, while Khalil Herbert clocked in at 5.8 across 12 appearances for the Cincinnati Bengals. A 1.2-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Blake Corum ran for 746 yards and 6 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.

One scheduling note: Blake Corum is off Week 11 and Khalil Herbert Week 12. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in running back for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

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: Blake Corum (age 25) 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?

•Blake Corum outscored Khalil Herbert by a projected 20 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Blake Corum played 17 games in 2025 compared to Khalil Herbert's 12. That durability gap means Blake Corum contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Blake Corum scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Blake Corum vs Khalil Herbert: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Blake Corum	Khalil Herbert
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.0	5.8
Games Played	17	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	119	70
Rushing Yards	746	248
Rush Yds/Game	43.9	20.7
Rushing TDs	6	2
Receptions	8	12
Receiving Yards	36	85
Targets	14	0
Total TDs	6	2
Age	25	-
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 12

Summary

Blake Corum outscored Khalil Herbert by 1.2 PPG in 2025 (7.0 to 5.8). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Blake Corum or Khalil Herbert in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Blake Corum has the edge at 7.0 PPG compared to Khalil Herbert's 5.8 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 Blake Corum and Khalil Herbert average in 2025?▾

Blake Corum averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Khalil Herbert averaged 5.8 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 1.2 points per game.

When are Blake Corum and Khalil Herbert's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Blake Corum (LAR) has a bye in Week 11, and Khalil Herbert (CIN) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Blake Corum or Khalil Herbert a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Blake Corum outscored Khalil Herbert 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.