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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Devin Neal vs Devin SingletaryWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Devin Singletary is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 5.9 PPG to Devin Neal's 5.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Devin Singletary is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Devin Singletary edges Devin Neal by 0.2 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Devin Singletary goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBNew Orleans Saints#57

Devin Neal

PPG

5.7

Games

Rush Yds

206

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

104

Bye

Week 8

RBNew York Giants#55PPG LEADER

Devin Singletary

PPG

5.9

Games

Rush Yds

437

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

151

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Devin Neal

Devin Singletary

Head to Head

5.7 PPG5.9 PPG

9 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Devin Neal: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #57 at the position). Devin Singletary: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #55 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Devin Neal is producing at 26% of elite pace and Devin Singletary at 27%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Devin Neal vs Devin Singletary: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Devin Neal finished the 2025 season at 5.7 PPG over 9 games with the New Orleans Saints, while Devin Singletary clocked in at 5.9 across 17 appearances for the New York Giants. A 0.2-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Devin Neal ran for 206 yards and 2 touchdowns; Devin Singletary posted 437 and 5. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 8 bye. That means you need a backup plan at running back for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

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: Devin Neal (age 22) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Devin Singletary (age 28, 6 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Devin Singletary outscored Devin Neal by a projected 3 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Devin Singletary played 17 games in 2025 compared to Devin Neal's 9. That durability gap means Devin Singletary contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Devin Singletary scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Devin Neal is 6 years younger than Devin Singletary (22 vs 28), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.
•Both players share a Week 8 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Devin Neal vs Devin Singletary: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Devin Neal	Devin Singletary
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.7	5.9
Games Played	9	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	51	100
Rushing Yards	206	437
Rush Yds/Game	22.9	25.7
Rushing TDs	2	5
Receptions	17	18
Receiving Yards	104	151
Targets	19	19
Total TDs	2	5
Age	22	28
Experience	-	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 8

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Devin Singletary holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 5.9 points per game. Devin Neal averaged 5.7 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Devin Neal or Devin Singletary in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Devin Singletary has the edge at 5.9 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 Devin Neal and Devin Singletary average in 2025?▾

Devin Neal averaged 5.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Devin Singletary averaged 5.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.2 points per game.

Do Devin Neal and Devin Singletary share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Devin Neal and Devin Singletary share a Week 8 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

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

Devin Singletary outscored Devin Neal by 0.2 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.