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Brenton Strange vs Rhamondre StevensonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Rhamondre Stevenson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.6 PPG to Brenton Strange's 7.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Rhamondre Stevenson is the better fantasy play this season.

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Rhamondre Stevenson (11.6 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Brenton Strange (7.9 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.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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TEJacksonville Jaguars#19
Brenton Strange
PPG
7.9
Games
12
Rec
46
Rec Yds
540
Rec TDs
3
Targets
60
Bye
Week 7
RBNew England Patriots#22PPG LEADER
Rhamondre Stevenson
PPG
11.6
Games
14
Rush Yds
603
Rush TDs
7
Rec
32
Rec Yds
345
Bye
Week 11

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Brenton Strange
Rhamondre Stevenson

Head to Head

7.9 PPG11.6 PPG
12 GP14 GP
Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Brenton Strange: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #19 at the position). Rhamondre Stevenson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #22 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB in most league formats.

Brenton Strange vs Rhamondre Stevenson: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Brenton Strange (TE, Jacksonville Jaguars) against Rhamondre Stevenson (RB, New England Patriots) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Brenton Strange averaged 7.9 PPG in 2025 over 12 games, while Rhamondre Stevenson posted 11.6 PPG across 14 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.

Brenton Strange has his bye in Week 7, Rhamondre Stevenson in Week 11. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Rhamondre Stevenson is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Brenton Strange is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Brenton Strange (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Rhamondre Stevenson (age 28, 4 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

  • Rhamondre Stevenson outscored Brenton Strange by a projected 63 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Rhamondre Stevenson played 14 games in 2025 compared to Brenton Strange's 12. That durability gap means Rhamondre Stevenson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Rhamondre Stevenson scored 9 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
  • Brenton Strange saw 60 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Brenton Strange vs Rhamondre Stevenson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatBrenton StrangeRhamondre Stevenson
PPG (Half-PPR)7.911.6
Games Played1214
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)95162
Rushing Yards0603
Rush Yds/Game0.043.1
Rushing TDs07
Receptions4632
Receiving Yards540345
Targets6037
Total TDs39
Age2528
Experience2 yrs4 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 7Week 11

Summary

11.6 PPG for Rhamondre Stevenson versus 7.9 for Brenton Strange in 2025. The baseline favors Rhamondre Stevenson, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Brenton Strange or Rhamondre Stevenson in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Rhamondre Stevenson has the edge at 11.6 PPG compared to Brenton Strange's 7.9 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 Brenton Strange and Rhamondre Stevenson average in 2025?

Brenton Strange averaged 7.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Rhamondre Stevenson averaged 11.6 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 3.7 points per game.

When are Brenton Strange and Rhamondre Stevenson's bye weeks in 2026?

Brenton Strange (JAX) has a bye in Week 7, and Rhamondre Stevenson (NE) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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