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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Derrick Henry vs Rachaad WhiteWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Derrick Henry is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 16.0 PPG to Rachaad White's 7.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Derrick Henry is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Derrick Henry outscored Rachaad White by 8.8 PPG in 2025 with 16 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Derrick Henry is the clear pick. Rachaad White profiles as a matchup-dependent running back who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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RBBaltimore Ravens#7PPG LEADER

Derrick Henry

PPG

16.0

Games

Rush Yds

1,595

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

150

Bye

Week 13

RBTampa Bay Buccaneers#45

Rachaad White

PPG

7.2

Games

Rush Yds

572

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

218

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Derrick Henry

Rachaad White

Head to Head

16.0 PPG7.2 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Derrick Henry: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #7 at the position). Rachaad White: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #45 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Derrick Henry is producing at 73% of elite pace and Rachaad White at 33%. That ranking gap means Derrick Henry carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Derrick Henry vs Rachaad White: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Derrick Henry (Baltimore Ravens) averaged 16.0 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring Rachaad White (Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 7.2 PPG) by 8.8 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

That 8.8-point weekly advantage for Derrick Henry is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Rachaad White is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 40 targets into 218 yards, while Derrick Henry profiles as a more traditional rusher with 1595 rushing yards and 16 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Rachaad White carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Derrick Henry is off Week 13 and Rachaad White 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

Derrick Henry is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Rachaad White is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Derrick Henry (age 32, 9 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. Rachaad White (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Derrick Henry outscored Rachaad White by a projected 150 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Derrick Henry scored 16 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.9 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Rachaad White caught 40 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Rachaad White is 5 years younger than Derrick Henry (27 vs 32), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Derrick Henry vs Rachaad White: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Derrick Henry	Rachaad White
PPG (Half-PPR)	16.0	7.2
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	272	122
Rushing Yards	1,595	572
Rush Yds/Game	93.8	33.6
Rushing TDs	16	4
Receptions	15	40
Receiving Yards	150	218
Targets	21	45
Total TDs	16	4
Age	32	27
Experience	9 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 10

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Derrick Henry at 16.0 PPG, 8.8 points per game above Rachaad White's 7.2. 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 Derrick Henry or Rachaad White in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Derrick Henry has the edge at 16.0 PPG compared to Rachaad White's 7.2 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 Derrick Henry and Rachaad White average in 2025?▾

Derrick Henry averaged 16.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Rachaad White averaged 7.2 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 8.8 points per game.

When are Derrick Henry and Rachaad White's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Derrick Henry (BAL) has a bye in Week 13, and Rachaad White (TB) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Derrick Henry or Rachaad White a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Derrick Henry outscored Rachaad White by 8.8 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.