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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Cordarrelle Patterson vs Rhamondre StevensonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Rhamondre Stevenson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.6 PPG to Cordarrelle Patterson's 5.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Rhamondre Stevenson is the better fantasy play this season.

Rhamondre Stevenson is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 11.6 PPG and 948 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Cordarrelle Patterson (5.5 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Rhamondre Stevenson as the starter and Cordarrelle Patterson as depth.

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

RBNew England Patriots#22PPG LEADER

Rhamondre Stevenson

PPG

11.6

Games

Rush Yds

603

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

345

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Cordarrelle Patterson

Rhamondre Stevenson

Head to Head

5.5 PPG11.6 PPG

15 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Cordarrelle Patterson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Rhamondre Stevenson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #22 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Cordarrelle Patterson is producing at 25% of elite pace and Rhamondre Stevenson at 53%. That ranking gap means Rhamondre Stevenson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Cordarrelle Patterson vs Rhamondre Stevenson: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Rhamondre Stevenson (New England Patriots) averaged 11.6 PPG over 14 games in 2025, outscoring Cordarrelle Patterson (Pittsburgh Steelers, 5.5 PPG) by 6.1 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

Rhamondre Stevenson carries a 6.1-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Cordarrelle Patterson ran for 225 yards and 2 touchdowns; Rhamondre Stevenson posted 603 and 7. 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: Cordarrelle Patterson is off Week 9 and Rhamondre Stevenson Week 11. 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

If you can acquire Rhamondre Stevenson at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Cordarrelle Patterson is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Cordarrelle Patterson (age 27) 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?

•Rhamondre Stevenson outscored Cordarrelle Patterson by a projected 104 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Cordarrelle Patterson played 15 games in 2025 compared to Rhamondre Stevenson's 14. That durability gap means Cordarrelle Patterson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Rhamondre Stevenson scored 9 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Rhamondre Stevenson caught 32 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cordarrelle Patterson vs Rhamondre Stevenson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cordarrelle Patterson	Rhamondre Stevenson
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.5	11.6
Games Played	15	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	83	162
Rushing Yards	225	603
Rush Yds/Game	15.0	43.1
Rushing TDs	2	7
Receptions	18	32
Receiving Yards	142	345
Targets	0	37
Total TDs	3	9
Age	-	28
Experience	-	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 11

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Rhamondre Stevenson holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 11.6 points per game. Cordarrelle Patterson averaged 5.5 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Cordarrelle Patterson or Rhamondre Stevenson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Rhamondre Stevenson has the edge at 11.6 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 Rhamondre Stevenson average in 2025?▾

Cordarrelle Patterson averaged 5.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Rhamondre Stevenson averaged 11.6 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 6.1 points per game.

When are Cordarrelle Patterson and Rhamondre Stevenson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Cordarrelle Patterson (PIT) has a bye in Week 9, and Rhamondre Stevenson (NE) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Cordarrelle Patterson or Rhamondre Stevenson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Rhamondre Stevenson outscored Cordarrelle Patterson by 6.1 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.