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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Dameon Pierce vs Devin SingletaryWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Dameon Pierce is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.4 PPG to Devin Singletary's 5.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Dameon Pierce is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Dameon Pierce edges Devin Singletary by 0.5 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Dameon Pierce goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBHouston Texans#99PPG LEADER

Dameon Pierce

PPG

6.4

Games

Rush Yds

342

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

108

Bye

Week 14

RBNew York Giants#55

Devin Singletary

PPG

5.9

Games

Rush Yds

437

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

151

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Dameon Pierce

Devin Singletary

Head to Head

6.4 PPG5.9 PPG

13 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Dameon Pierce: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Devin Singletary: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #55 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Dameon Pierce is producing at 29% of elite pace and Devin Singletary at 27%. That ranking gap means Devin Singletary carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Dameon Pierce vs Devin Singletary: The Full Breakdown

Dameon Pierce (6.4 PPG) and Devin Singletary (5.9 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two running backs are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Dameon Pierce played 13 games for the Houston Texans; Devin Singletary suited up 17 times for the New York Giants.

A 0.5-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Dameon Pierce ran for 342 yards and 2 touchdowns; Devin Singletary posted 437 and 5. 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: Dameon Pierce sits Week 14 while Devin Singletary is off Week 8. 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

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Dameon Pierce (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Devin Singletary (age 28, 6 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Dameon Pierce outscored Devin Singletary by a projected 9 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Devin Singletary played 17 games in 2025 compared to Dameon Pierce's 13. That durability gap means Devin Singletary contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Devin Singletary scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Dameon Pierce vs Devin Singletary: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dameon Pierce	Devin Singletary
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.4	5.9
Games Played	13	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	83	100
Rushing Yards	342	437
Rush Yds/Game	26.3	25.7
Rushing TDs	2	5
Receptions	15	18
Receiving Yards	108	151
Targets	0	19
Total TDs	2	5
Age	-	28
Experience	-	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 8

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Dameon Pierce holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 6.4 points per game. Devin Singletary averaged 5.9 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 Dameon Pierce or Devin Singletary in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Dameon Pierce has the edge at 6.4 PPG compared to Devin Singletary's 5.9 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 Dameon Pierce and Devin Singletary average in 2025?▾

Dameon Pierce averaged 6.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Devin Singletary averaged 5.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.5 points per game.

When are Dameon Pierce and Devin Singletary's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Dameon Pierce (HOU) has a bye in Week 14, and Devin Singletary (NYG) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Dameon Pierce or Devin Singletary a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Dameon Pierce outscored Devin Singletary by 0.5 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.