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Updated September 9, 2026 from live stats

Brandon Aiyuk or RJ HarveyWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Brandon Aiyuk over RJ Harvey in 2026.

Brandon Aiyuk averaged 11.8 PPG in 2025 to RJ Harvey's 10.8, a 1.0 point per game edge. Aiyuk posted that edge in only 13 games, so the per-game ceiling is real but watch his availability.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Brandon Aiyuk (11.8 PPG) is the higher-floor play. RJ Harvey (10.8 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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WRSan Francisco 49ersPPG LEADER

Brandon Aiyuk

PPG

11.8

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

762

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 9

RBDenver Broncos#27

RJ Harvey

PPG

10.8

Games

Rush Yds

540

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

356

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Brandon Aiyuk

RJ Harvey

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11.8 PPG10.8 PPG

13 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Brandon Aiyuk: Unranked WR. RJ Harvey: Tier 5 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #27 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. An Unranked WR is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 5 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB in most league formats.

Brandon Aiyuk vs RJ Harvey: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Brandon Aiyuk (WR, San Francisco 49ers) against RJ Harvey (RB, Denver Broncos) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Brandon Aiyuk averaged 11.8 PPG in 2025 over 13 games, while RJ Harvey posted 10.8 PPG across 17 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

Brandon Aiyuk has his bye in Week 9, RJ Harvey in Week 10. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

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: Brandon Aiyuk (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. RJ Harvey (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Brandon Aiyuk outscored RJ Harvey by a projected 17 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•RJ Harvey played 17 games in 2025 compared to Brandon Aiyuk's 13. That durability gap means RJ Harvey contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•RJ Harvey scored 12 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.7 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Brandon Aiyuk saw 82 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Brandon Aiyuk vs RJ Harvey: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Brandon Aiyuk	RJ Harvey
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.8	10.8
Games Played	13	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	153	184
Rushing Yards	0	540
Rush Yds/Game	0.0	31.8
Rushing TDs	0	7
Receptions	58	47
Receiving Yards	762	356
Targets	82	58
Total TDs	5	12
Age	-	25
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 10

Summary

Brandon Aiyuk outscored RJ Harvey by 1.0 PPG in 2025 (11.8 to 10.8). 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 Brandon Aiyuk or RJ Harvey in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brandon Aiyuk has the edge at 11.8 PPG compared to RJ Harvey's 10.8 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.

Should I draft Brandon Aiyuk or RJ Harvey in 2026 fantasy football?▾

They come off the board at different positions, so weigh Brandon Aiyuk's 11.8 fantasy points per game against RJ Harvey's 10.8 and what your roster still needs at RB. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did Brandon Aiyuk and RJ Harvey average in 2025?▾

Brandon Aiyuk averaged 11.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. RJ Harvey averaged 10.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.0 points per game.

When are Brandon Aiyuk and RJ Harvey's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Brandon Aiyuk (SF) has a bye in Week 9, and RJ Harvey (DEN) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.