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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

David Montgomery vs Devin NealWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

David Montgomery is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.1 PPG to Devin Neal's 5.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

David Montgomery is the better fantasy play this season.

David Montgomery is the better play on a neutral week. 9.1 PPG with 911 yards gives a reliable baseline. Devin Neal at 5.7 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft David Montgomery higher, but do not fade Devin Neal entirely.

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

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RBDetroit Lions#33PPG LEADER

David Montgomery

PPG

9.1

Games

Rush Yds

716

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

192

Bye

Week 6

RBNew Orleans Saints#57

Devin Neal

PPG

5.7

Games

Rush Yds

206

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

104

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

David Montgomery

Devin Neal

Head to Head

9.1 PPG5.7 PPG

17 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

David Montgomery: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #33 at the position). Devin Neal: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #57 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, David Montgomery is producing at 41% of elite pace and Devin Neal at 26%. That ranking gap means David Montgomery carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

David Montgomery vs Devin Neal: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between David Montgomery and Devin Neal is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Detroit Lions running back put up 9.1 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Devin Neal of the New Orleans Saints averaged 5.7 in 9. A 3.4-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 3.4 points favors David Montgomery, 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.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. David Montgomery ran for 716 yards and 8 touchdowns; Devin Neal posted 206 and 2. 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: David Montgomery is off Week 6 and Devin Neal Week 8. 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

David Montgomery is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Devin Neal is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: David Montgomery (age 28, 6 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. Devin Neal (age 22) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•David Montgomery outscored Devin Neal by a projected 58 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•David Montgomery played 17 games in 2025 compared to Devin Neal's 9. That durability gap means David Montgomery contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•David Montgomery scored 9 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Devin Neal is 6 years younger than David Montgomery (22 vs 28), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

David Montgomery vs Devin Neal: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	David Montgomery	Devin Neal
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.1	5.7
Games Played	17	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	155	51
Rushing Yards	716	206
Rush Yds/Game	42.1	22.9
Rushing TDs	8	2
Receptions	24	17
Receiving Yards	192	104
Targets	29	19
Total TDs	9	2
Age	28	22
Experience	6 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 8

Summary

9.1 PPG for David Montgomery versus 5.7 for Devin Neal in 2025. The baseline favors David Montgomery, 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 David Montgomery or Devin Neal in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, David Montgomery has the edge at 9.1 PPG compared to Devin Neal's 5.7 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 David Montgomery and Devin Neal average in 2025?▾

David Montgomery averaged 9.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Devin Neal averaged 5.7 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 3.4 points per game.

When are David Montgomery and Devin Neal's bye weeks in 2026?▾

David Montgomery (DET) has a bye in Week 6, and Devin Neal (NO) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is David Montgomery or Devin Neal a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

David Montgomery outscored Devin Neal by 3.4 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.