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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Cam Skattebo vs RJ HarveyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Cam Skattebo is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.5 PPG to RJ Harvey's 10.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Cam Skattebo is the better fantasy play this season.

Cam Skattebo is the better play on a neutral week. 14.5 PPG with 617 yards gives a reliable baseline. RJ Harvey at 10.8 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Cam Skattebo higher, but do not fade RJ Harvey entirely.

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

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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

RBDenver Broncos#27

RJ Harvey

PPG

10.8

Games

Rush Yds

540

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

356

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Cam Skattebo

RJ Harvey

Head to Head

14.5 PPG10.8 PPG

8 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Cam Skattebo: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #10 at the position). RJ Harvey: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #27 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Cam Skattebo is producing at 66% of elite pace and RJ Harvey at 49%. That ranking gap means Cam Skattebo carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Cam Skattebo vs RJ Harvey: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Cam Skattebo and RJ Harvey is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The New York Giants running back put up 14.5 PPG in 2025 over 8 games; RJ Harvey of the Denver Broncos averaged 10.8 in 17. A 3.7-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 3.7 points favors Cam Skattebo, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

RJ Harvey is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 47 targets into 356 yards, while Cam Skattebo profiles as a more traditional rusher with 410 rushing yards and 5 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats RJ Harvey carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

Cam Skattebo has his bye in Week 8, and RJ Harvey rests in Week 10. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Cam Skattebo is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. RJ Harvey 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. RJ Harvey (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Cam Skattebo outscored RJ Harvey by a projected 63 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•RJ Harvey played 17 games in 2025 compared to Cam Skattebo's 8. 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.
•RJ Harvey caught 47 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cam Skattebo vs RJ Harvey: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cam Skattebo	RJ Harvey
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.5	10.8
Games Played	8	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	116	184
Rushing Yards	410	540
Rush Yds/Game	51.3	31.8
Rushing TDs	5	7
Receptions	24	47
Receiving Yards	207	356
Targets	32	58
Total TDs	7	12
Age	24	25
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 10

Summary

14.5 PPG for Cam Skattebo versus 10.8 for RJ Harvey in 2025. The baseline favors Cam Skattebo, 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 Cam Skattebo or RJ Harvey in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Cam Skattebo has the edge at 14.5 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.

How many fantasy points did Cam Skattebo and RJ Harvey average in 2025?▾

Cam Skattebo averaged 14.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 8 games in 2025. RJ Harvey averaged 10.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 3.7 points per game.

When are Cam Skattebo and RJ Harvey's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Cam Skattebo (NYG) has a bye in Week 8, and RJ Harvey (DEN) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Cam Skattebo or RJ Harvey a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Cam Skattebo outscored RJ Harvey by 3.7 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.