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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Dameon Pierce vs Ray DavisWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Ray Davis is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.8 PPG to Dameon Pierce's 6.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Ray Davis is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Ray Davis and Dameon Pierce are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.4-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

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RBHouston Texans#99

Dameon Pierce

PPG

6.4

Games

Rush Yds

342

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

108

Bye

Week 14

RBBuffalo Bills#99PPG LEADER

Ray Davis

PPG

7.8

Games

Rush Yds

425

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

168

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Dameon Pierce

Ray Davis

Head to Head

6.4 PPG7.8 PPG

13 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Dameon Pierce: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Ray Davis: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Dameon Pierce is producing at 29% of elite pace and Ray Davis at 35%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Dameon Pierce vs Ray Davis: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Dameon Pierce finished the 2025 season at 6.4 PPG over 13 games with the Houston Texans, while Ray Davis clocked in at 7.8 across 15 appearances for the Buffalo Bills. A 1.4-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Dameon Pierce ran for 342 yards and 2 touchdowns; Ray Davis posted 425 and 3. 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: Dameon Pierce is off Week 14 and Ray Davis Week 12. 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

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. Ray Davis (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Ray Davis outscored Dameon Pierce by a projected 24 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ray Davis played 15 games in 2025 compared to Dameon Pierce's 13. That durability gap means Ray Davis contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Ray Davis scored 4 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 Ray Davis: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dameon Pierce	Ray Davis
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.4	7.8
Games Played	13	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	83	117
Rushing Yards	342	425
Rush Yds/Game	26.3	28.3
Rushing TDs	2	3
Receptions	15	22
Receiving Yards	108	168
Targets	0	0
Total TDs	2	4
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 12

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Ray Davis at 7.8 PPG, 1.4 points per game above Dameon Pierce's 6.4. 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 Dameon Pierce or Ray Davis in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Ray Davis has the edge at 7.8 PPG compared to Dameon Pierce's 6.4 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 Ray Davis average in 2025?▾

Dameon Pierce averaged 6.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Ray Davis averaged 7.8 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.4 points per game.

When are Dameon Pierce and Ray Davis's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Dameon Pierce (HOU) has a bye in Week 14, and Ray Davis (BUF) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Dameon Pierce or Ray Davis a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Ray Davis outscored Dameon Pierce by 1.4 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.