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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Cordarrelle Patterson vs Derrick HenryWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Derrick Henry is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 16.0 PPG to Cordarrelle Patterson's 5.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Derrick Henry is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Derrick Henry outscored Cordarrelle Patterson by 10.5 PPG in 2025 with 16 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Derrick Henry is the clear pick. Cordarrelle Patterson 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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RBPittsburgh Steelers#99

Cordarrelle Patterson

PPG

5.5

Games

Rush Yds

225

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

142

Bye

Week 9

RBBaltimore Ravens#7PPG LEADER

Derrick Henry

PPG

16.0

Games

Rush Yds

1,595

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

150

Bye

Week 13

The Edge Chart

Cordarrelle Patterson

Derrick Henry

Head to Head

5.5 PPG16.0 PPG

15 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Cordarrelle Patterson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Derrick Henry: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #7 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Cordarrelle Patterson is producing at 25% of elite pace and Derrick Henry at 73%. That ranking gap means Derrick Henry carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Cordarrelle Patterson vs Derrick Henry: The Full Breakdown

The numbers tell a clear story here. Derrick Henry put up 16.0 fantasy points per game for the Baltimore Ravens in 2025, while Cordarrelle Patterson managed 5.5 across 15 games with the Pittsburgh Steelers. A 10.5-point weekly edge is substantial at the running back position.

That 10.5-point weekly advantage for Derrick Henry 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. Cordarrelle Patterson ran for 225 yards and 2 touchdowns; Derrick Henry posted 1595 and 16. 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: Cordarrelle Patterson sits Week 9 while Derrick Henry is off Week 13. 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

Derrick Henry is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Cordarrelle Patterson is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Cordarrelle Patterson (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Derrick Henry (age 32, 9 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Derrick Henry outscored Cordarrelle Patterson by a projected 179 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Derrick Henry played 17 games in 2025 compared to Cordarrelle Patterson's 15. That durability gap means Derrick Henry contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Derrick Henry scored 16 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.9 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cordarrelle Patterson vs Derrick Henry: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cordarrelle Patterson	Derrick Henry
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.5	16.0
Games Played	15	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	83	272
Rushing Yards	225	1,595
Rush Yds/Game	15.0	93.8
Rushing TDs	2	16
Receptions	18	15
Receiving Yards	142	150
Targets	0	21
Total TDs	3	16
Age	-	32
Experience	-	9 yrs
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 13

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Derrick Henry at 16.0 PPG, 10.5 points per game above Cordarrelle Patterson's 5.5. 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 Cordarrelle Patterson or Derrick Henry in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Derrick Henry has the edge at 16.0 PPG compared to Cordarrelle Patterson's 5.5 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 Cordarrelle Patterson and Derrick Henry average in 2025?▾

Cordarrelle Patterson averaged 5.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Derrick Henry averaged 16.0 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 10.5 points per game.

When are Cordarrelle Patterson and Derrick Henry's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Cordarrelle Patterson (PIT) has a bye in Week 9, and Derrick Henry (BAL) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Cordarrelle Patterson or Derrick Henry a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Derrick Henry outscored Cordarrelle Patterson by 10.5 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.