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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Blake Corum vs Ray DavisWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Ray Davis is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.8 PPG to Blake Corum's 7.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Ray Davis is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Ray Davis edges Blake Corum 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, Ray Davis 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#47

Blake Corum

PPG

7.0

Games

Rush Yds

746

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 11

RBBuffalo Bills#99PPG LEADER

Ray Davis

PPG

7.8

Games

Rush Yds

425

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

168

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Blake Corum

Ray Davis

Head to Head

7.0 PPG7.8 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Blake Corum: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #47 at the position). Ray Davis: 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 Ray Davis at 35%. That ranking gap means Blake Corum carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Blake Corum vs Ray Davis: The Full Breakdown

Blake Corum (7.0 PPG) and Ray Davis (7.8 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. Blake Corum played 17 games for the Los Angeles Rams; Ray Davis suited up 15 times for the Buffalo Bills.

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. Blake Corum ran for 746 yards and 6 touchdowns; Ray Davis posted 425 and 3. 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: Blake Corum sits Week 11 while Ray Davis 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: Blake Corum (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Ray Davis (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Ray Davis outscored Blake Corum by a projected 14 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Blake Corum played 17 games in 2025 compared to Ray Davis's 15. 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 Ray Davis: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Blake Corum	Ray Davis
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.0	7.8
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	119	117
Rushing Yards	746	425
Rush Yds/Game	43.9	28.3
Rushing TDs	6	3
Receptions	8	22
Receiving Yards	36	168
Targets	14	0
Total TDs	6	4
Age	25	-
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 12

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Ray Davis holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 7.8 points per game. Blake Corum averaged 7.0 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 Blake Corum or Ray Davis in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Ray Davis has the edge at 7.8 PPG compared to Blake Corum's 7.0 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 Ray Davis average in 2025?▾

Blake Corum averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Ray Davis averaged 7.8 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.8 points per game.

When are Blake Corum and Ray Davis's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Blake Corum or Ray Davis a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Ray Davis outscored Blake Corum 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.