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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Cam Akers vs Devin NealWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Cam Akers is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.0 PPG to Devin Neal's 5.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Cam Akers is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Cam Akers and Devin Neal are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.3-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

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RBMinnesota Vikings#99PPG LEADER

Cam Akers

PPG

6.0

Games

Rush Yds

318

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 6

RBNew Orleans Saints#57

Devin Neal

PPG

5.7

Games

Rush Yds

206

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

104

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Cam Akers

Devin Neal

Head to Head

6.0 PPG5.7 PPG

13 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Cam Akers: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Devin Neal: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #57 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Cam Akers is producing at 27% of elite pace and Devin Neal at 26%. That ranking gap means Devin Neal carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Cam Akers vs Devin Neal: The Full Breakdown

Cam Akers (6.0 PPG) and Devin Neal (5.7 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. Cam Akers played 13 games for the Minnesota Vikings; Devin Neal suited up 9 times for the New Orleans Saints.

A 0.3-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. Cam Akers ran for 318 yards and 2 touchdowns; Devin Neal posted 206 and 2. 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: Cam Akers sits Week 6 while Devin Neal is off Week 8. 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: Cam Akers (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Devin Neal (age 22) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Cam Akers outscored Devin Neal by a projected 5 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Cam Akers played 13 games in 2025 compared to Devin Neal's 9. That durability gap means Cam Akers contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Cam Akers scored 2 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cam Akers vs Devin Neal: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cam Akers	Devin Neal
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.0	5.7
Games Played	13	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	78	51
Rushing Yards	318	206
Rush Yds/Game	24.5	22.9
Rushing TDs	2	2
Receptions	14	17
Receiving Yards	98	104
Targets	0	19
Total TDs	2	2
Age	-	22
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 8

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Cam Akers at 6.0 PPG, 0.3 points per game above Devin Neal's 5.7. 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 Cam Akers or Devin Neal in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Cam Akers has the edge at 6.0 PPG compared to Devin Neal's 5.7 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 Cam Akers and Devin Neal average in 2025?▾

Cam Akers averaged 6.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Devin Neal averaged 5.7 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 0.3 points per game.

When are Cam Akers and Devin Neal's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Cam Akers (MIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Devin Neal (NO) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Cam Akers or Devin Neal a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Cam Akers outscored Devin Neal by 0.3 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.