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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Chase Brown vs Rhamondre StevensonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Chase Brown is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.6 PPG to Rhamondre Stevenson's 11.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Chase Brown is the better fantasy play this season.

Chase Brown is the better play on a neutral week. 14.6 PPG with 1,456 yards gives a reliable baseline. Rhamondre Stevenson at 11.6 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Chase Brown higher, but do not fade Rhamondre Stevenson entirely.

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

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RBCincinnati Bengals#9PPG LEADER

Chase Brown

PPG

14.6

Games

Rush Yds

1,019

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

437

Bye

Week 6

RBNew England Patriots#22

Rhamondre Stevenson

PPG

11.6

Games

Rush Yds

603

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

345

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Chase Brown

Rhamondre Stevenson

Head to Head

14.6 PPG11.6 PPG

17 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Chase Brown: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #9 at the position). Rhamondre Stevenson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #22 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Chase Brown is producing at 66% of elite pace and Rhamondre Stevenson at 53%. That ranking gap means Chase Brown carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Chase Brown vs Rhamondre Stevenson: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Chase Brown and Rhamondre Stevenson for your lineup, you are not alone. Chase Brown finished the 2025 season at 14.6 PPG for the Cincinnati Bengals (17 games), and Rhamondre Stevenson averaged 11.6 for the New England Patriots (14 games).

That 3.0-point weekly advantage for Chase Brown 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.

Chase Brown is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 69 targets into 437 yards, while Rhamondre Stevenson profiles as a more traditional rusher with 603 rushing yards and 7 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Chase Brown carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Chase Brown sits Week 6 while Rhamondre Stevenson is off Week 11. 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

Chase Brown is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Rhamondre Stevenson is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Chase Brown (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Rhamondre Stevenson (age 28, 4 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Chase Brown outscored Rhamondre Stevenson by a projected 51 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Chase Brown played 17 games in 2025 compared to Rhamondre Stevenson's 14. That durability gap means Chase Brown contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Chase Brown scored 11 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Chase Brown caught 69 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Chase Brown vs Rhamondre Stevenson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Chase Brown	Rhamondre Stevenson
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.6	11.6
Games Played	17	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	248	162
Rushing Yards	1,019	603
Rush Yds/Game	59.9	43.1
Rushing TDs	6	7
Receptions	69	32
Receiving Yards	437	345
Targets	88	37
Total TDs	11	9
Age	26	28
Experience	2 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Chase Brown at 14.6 PPG, 3.0 points per game above Rhamondre Stevenson's 11.6. 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 Chase Brown or Rhamondre Stevenson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Chase Brown has the edge at 14.6 PPG compared to Rhamondre Stevenson's 11.6 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 Chase Brown and Rhamondre Stevenson average in 2025?▾

Chase Brown averaged 14.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Rhamondre Stevenson averaged 11.6 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 3.0 points per game.

When are Chase Brown and Rhamondre Stevenson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Chase Brown (CIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Rhamondre Stevenson (NE) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Chase Brown or Rhamondre Stevenson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Chase Brown outscored Rhamondre Stevenson by 3.0 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.