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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Dameon Pierce vs RJ HarveyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

RJ Harvey is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.8 PPG to Dameon Pierce's 6.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

RJ Harvey is the better fantasy play this season.

RJ Harvey is the better play on a neutral week. 10.8 PPG with 896 yards gives a reliable baseline. Dameon Pierce at 6.4 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft RJ Harvey higher, but do not fade Dameon Pierce entirely.

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

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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

RBDenver Broncos#27PPG LEADER

RJ Harvey

PPG

10.8

Games

Rush Yds

540

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

356

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Dameon Pierce

RJ Harvey

Head to Head

6.4 PPG10.8 PPG

13 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Dameon Pierce: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). RJ Harvey: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #27 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Dameon Pierce is producing at 29% of elite pace and RJ Harvey at 49%. That ranking gap means RJ Harvey carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Dameon Pierce vs RJ Harvey: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Dameon Pierce and RJ Harvey is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Houston Texans running back put up 6.4 PPG in 2025 over 13 games; RJ Harvey of the Denver Broncos averaged 10.8 in 17. A 4.4-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 4.4 points favors RJ Harvey, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

RJ Harvey is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 47 targets into 356 yards, while Dameon Pierce profiles as a more traditional rusher with 342 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats RJ Harvey carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Dameon Pierce is off Week 14 and RJ Harvey Week 10. 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

RJ Harvey is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Dameon Pierce is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Dameon Pierce (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. RJ Harvey (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•RJ Harvey outscored Dameon Pierce by a projected 75 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•RJ Harvey played 17 games in 2025 compared to Dameon Pierce's 13. That durability gap means RJ Harvey contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•RJ Harvey scored 12 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.7 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•RJ Harvey caught 47 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Dameon Pierce vs RJ Harvey: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dameon Pierce	RJ Harvey
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.4	10.8
Games Played	13	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	83	184
Rushing Yards	342	540
Rush Yds/Game	26.3	31.8
Rushing TDs	2	7
Receptions	15	47
Receiving Yards	108	356
Targets	0	58
Total TDs	2	12
Age	-	25
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 10

Summary

10.8 PPG for RJ Harvey versus 6.4 for Dameon Pierce in 2025. The baseline favors RJ Harvey, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Dameon Pierce or RJ Harvey in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, RJ Harvey has the edge at 10.8 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 RJ Harvey average in 2025?▾

Dameon Pierce averaged 6.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. RJ Harvey averaged 10.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 4.4 points per game.

When are Dameon Pierce and RJ Harvey's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Dameon Pierce (HOU) has a bye in Week 14, and RJ Harvey (DEN) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Dameon Pierce or RJ Harvey a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

RJ Harvey outscored Dameon Pierce by 4.4 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.