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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Derrick Henry vs RJ HarveyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Derrick Henry is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 16.0 PPG to RJ Harvey's 10.8 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 RJ Harvey by 5.2 PPG in 2025 with 16 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Derrick Henry is the clear pick. RJ Harvey 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

RBDenver Broncos#27

RJ Harvey

PPG

10.8

Games

Rush Yds

540

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

356

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Derrick Henry

RJ Harvey

Head to Head

16.0 PPG10.8 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Derrick Henry: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #7 at the position). RJ Harvey: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #27 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Derrick Henry is producing at 73% of elite pace and RJ Harvey at 49%. That ranking gap means Derrick Henry carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Derrick Henry vs RJ Harvey: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Derrick Henry and RJ Harvey is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Baltimore Ravens running back put up 16.0 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; RJ Harvey of the Denver Broncos averaged 10.8 in 17. A 5.2-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.2 points favors Derrick Henry, 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 Derrick Henry profiles as a more traditional rusher with 1595 rushing yards and 16 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats RJ Harvey carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Derrick Henry sits Week 13 while RJ Harvey is off Week 10. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Derrick Henry is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. RJ Harvey 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. RJ Harvey (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Derrick Henry outscored RJ Harvey by a projected 88 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.
•RJ Harvey caught 47 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•RJ Harvey is 7 years younger than Derrick Henry (25 vs 32), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Derrick Henry vs RJ Harvey: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Derrick Henry	RJ Harvey
PPG (Half-PPR)	16.0	10.8
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	272	184
Rushing Yards	1,595	540
Rush Yds/Game	93.8	31.8
Rushing TDs	16	7
Receptions	15	47
Receiving Yards	150	356
Targets	21	58
Total TDs	16	12
Age	32	25
Experience	9 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 10

Summary

16.0 PPG for Derrick Henry versus 10.8 for RJ Harvey in 2025. The baseline favors Derrick Henry, 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 Derrick Henry or RJ Harvey in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Derrick Henry has the edge at 16.0 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 Derrick Henry and RJ Harvey average in 2025?▾

Derrick Henry averaged 16.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. RJ Harvey averaged 10.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 5.2 points per game.

When are Derrick Henry and RJ Harvey's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Derrick Henry or RJ Harvey a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Derrick Henry outscored RJ Harvey by 5.2 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.