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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Cam Skattebo vs Khalil HerbertWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Cam Skattebo is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.5 PPG to Khalil Herbert's 5.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Cam Skattebo is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Cam Skattebo outscored Khalil Herbert by 8.7 PPG in 2025 with 7 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Cam Skattebo is the clear pick. Khalil Herbert profiles as a matchup-dependent running back who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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RBNew York Giants#10PPG LEADER

Cam Skattebo

PPG

14.5

Games

Rush Yds

410

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

207

Bye

Week 8

RBCincinnati Bengals#99

Khalil Herbert

PPG

5.8

Games

Rush Yds

248

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Cam Skattebo

Khalil Herbert

Head to Head

14.5 PPG5.8 PPG

8 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Cam Skattebo: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #10 at the position). Khalil Herbert: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Cam Skattebo is producing at 66% of elite pace and Khalil Herbert at 26%. That ranking gap means Cam Skattebo carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Cam Skattebo vs Khalil Herbert: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Cam Skattebo (New York Giants) averaged 14.5 PPG over 8 games in 2025, outscoring Khalil Herbert (Cincinnati Bengals, 5.8 PPG) by 8.7 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

That 8.7-point weekly advantage for Cam Skattebo is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Cam Skattebo ran for 410 yards and 5 touchdowns; Khalil Herbert posted 248 and 2. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

One scheduling note: Cam Skattebo is off Week 8 and Khalil Herbert Week 12. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in running back for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Cam Skattebo is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Khalil Herbert is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Cam Skattebo (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Khalil Herbert (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Cam Skattebo outscored Khalil Herbert by a projected 148 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Khalil Herbert played 12 games in 2025 compared to Cam Skattebo's 8. That durability gap means Khalil Herbert contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Cam Skattebo scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.9 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cam Skattebo vs Khalil Herbert: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cam Skattebo	Khalil Herbert
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.5	5.8
Games Played	8	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	116	70
Rushing Yards	410	248
Rush Yds/Game	51.3	20.7
Rushing TDs	5	2
Receptions	24	12
Receiving Yards	207	85
Targets	32	0
Total TDs	7	2
Age	24	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 12

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Cam Skattebo at 14.5 PPG, 8.7 points per game above Khalil Herbert's 5.8. 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 Skattebo or Khalil Herbert in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Cam Skattebo has the edge at 14.5 PPG compared to Khalil Herbert's 5.8 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.

How many fantasy points did Cam Skattebo and Khalil Herbert average in 2025?▾

Cam Skattebo averaged 14.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 8 games in 2025. Khalil Herbert averaged 5.8 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 8.7 points per game.

When are Cam Skattebo and Khalil Herbert's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Cam Skattebo (NYG) has a bye in Week 8, and Khalil Herbert (CIN) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Cam Skattebo or Khalil Herbert a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Cam Skattebo outscored Khalil Herbert by 8.7 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.