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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

D'Andre Swift vs RJ HarveyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.2 PPG to RJ Harvey's 10.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy play this season.

D'Andre Swift is the better play on a neutral week. 13.2 PPG with 1,386 yards gives a reliable baseline. RJ Harvey at 10.8 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft D'Andre Swift higher, but do not fade RJ Harvey entirely.

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

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RBChicago Bears#16PPG LEADER

D'Andre Swift

PPG

13.2

Games

Rush Yds

1,087

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

299

Bye

Week 10

RBDenver Broncos#27

RJ Harvey

PPG

10.8

Games

Rush Yds

540

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

356

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

D'Andre Swift

RJ Harvey

Head to Head

13.2 PPG10.8 PPG

16 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

D'Andre Swift: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #16 at the position). RJ Harvey: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #27 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, D'Andre Swift is producing at 60% of elite pace and RJ Harvey at 49%. That ranking gap means D'Andre Swift carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

D'Andre Swift vs RJ Harvey: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between D'Andre Swift and RJ Harvey is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Chicago Bears running back put up 13.2 PPG in 2025 over 16 games; RJ Harvey of the Denver Broncos averaged 10.8 in 17. A 2.4-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.4 points favors D'Andre Swift, 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 D'Andre Swift profiles as a more traditional rusher with 1087 rushing yards and 9 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats RJ Harvey carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

Both share a Week 10 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking running backs this deep on your bench, plan your replacement running back early.

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: D'Andre Swift (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?

•D'Andre Swift outscored RJ Harvey by a projected 41 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•RJ Harvey played 17 games in 2025 compared to D'Andre Swift's 16. 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.
•Both players share a Week 10 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

D'Andre Swift vs RJ Harvey: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	D'Andre Swift	RJ Harvey
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.2	10.8
Games Played	16	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	211	184
Rushing Yards	1,087	540
Rush Yds/Game	67.9	31.8
Rushing TDs	9	7
Receptions	34	47
Receiving Yards	299	356
Targets	48	58
Total TDs	10	12
Age	27	25
Experience	5 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

13.2 PPG for D'Andre Swift versus 10.8 for RJ Harvey in 2025. The baseline favors D'Andre Swift, 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 D'Andre Swift or RJ Harvey in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, D'Andre Swift has the edge at 13.2 PPG compared to RJ Harvey's 10.8 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 D'Andre Swift and RJ Harvey average in 2025?▾

D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. RJ Harvey averaged 10.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 2.4 points per game.

Do D'Andre Swift and RJ Harvey share a bye week?▾

Yes, both D'Andre Swift and RJ Harvey share a Week 10 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is D'Andre Swift or RJ Harvey a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift outscored RJ Harvey by 2.4 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.