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Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

Brandon Aiyuk or TreVeyon HendersonWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Brandon Aiyuk over TreVeyon Henderson in 2026.

Brandon Aiyuk averaged 11.8 PPG in 2025 to TreVeyon Henderson's 11.1, a 0.7 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. TreVeyon Henderson (11.1 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

RBNew England Patriots#24

TreVeyon Henderson

PPG

11.1

Games

Rush Yds

911

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

221

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Brandon Aiyuk

TreVeyon Henderson

Head to Head

11.8 PPG11.1 PPG

13 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Brandon Aiyuk: Unranked WR. TreVeyon Henderson: Tier 5 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #24 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 (Flex/Starter) RB in most league formats.

Brandon Aiyuk vs TreVeyon Henderson: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Brandon Aiyuk (WR, San Francisco 49ers) against TreVeyon Henderson (RB, New England Patriots) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Brandon Aiyuk averaged 11.8 PPG in 2025 over 13 games, while TreVeyon Henderson posted 11.1 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, TreVeyon Henderson in Week 11. 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. TreVeyon Henderson (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Brandon Aiyuk outscored TreVeyon Henderson by a projected 12 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•TreVeyon Henderson played 17 games in 2025 compared to Brandon Aiyuk's 13. That durability gap means TreVeyon Henderson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•TreVeyon Henderson scored 10 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 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 TreVeyon Henderson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Brandon Aiyuk	TreVeyon Henderson
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.8	11.1
Games Played	13	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	153	189
Rushing Yards	0	911
Rush Yds/Game	0.0	53.6
Rushing TDs	0	9
Receptions	58	35
Receiving Yards	762	221
Targets	82	42
Total TDs	5	10
Age	-	23
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Brandon Aiyuk at 11.8 PPG, 0.7 points per game above TreVeyon Henderson's 11.1. 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 Brandon Aiyuk or TreVeyon Henderson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Brandon Aiyuk has the edge at 11.8 PPG compared to TreVeyon Henderson's 11.1 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 TreVeyon Henderson in 2026 fantasy football?▾

They come off the board at different positions, so weigh Brandon Aiyuk's 11.8 fantasy points per game against TreVeyon Henderson's 11.1 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 TreVeyon Henderson average in 2025?▾

Brandon Aiyuk averaged 11.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. TreVeyon Henderson averaged 11.1 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.7 points per game.

When are Brandon Aiyuk and TreVeyon Henderson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Brandon Aiyuk (SF) has a bye in Week 9, and TreVeyon Henderson (NE) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.