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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Devin Neal vs Javonte WilliamsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Javonte Williams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.1 PPG to Devin Neal's 5.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Javonte Williams is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Javonte Williams outscored Devin Neal by 8.4 PPG in 2025 with 13 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Javonte Williams is the clear pick. Devin Neal 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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RBNew Orleans Saints#57

Devin Neal

PPG

5.7

Games

Rush Yds

206

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

104

Bye

Week 8

RBDallas Cowboys#12PPG LEADER

Javonte Williams

PPG

14.1

Games

Rush Yds

1,201

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

137

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Devin Neal

Javonte Williams

Head to Head

5.7 PPG14.1 PPG

9 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Devin Neal: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #57 at the position). Javonte Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #12 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Devin Neal is producing at 26% of elite pace and Javonte Williams at 64%. That ranking gap means Javonte Williams carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Devin Neal vs Javonte Williams: The Full Breakdown

The numbers tell a clear story here. Javonte Williams put up 14.1 fantasy points per game for the Dallas Cowboys in 2025, while Devin Neal managed 5.7 across 9 games with the New Orleans Saints. A 8.4-point weekly edge is substantial at the running back position.

The per-game difference of 8.4 points favors Javonte Williams, 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. Devin Neal ran for 206 yards and 2 touchdowns; Javonte Williams posted 1201 and 11. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Devin Neal sits Week 8 while Javonte Williams is off Week 14. 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

Javonte Williams 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: Devin Neal (age 22) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Javonte Williams (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Javonte Williams outscored Devin Neal by a projected 143 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Javonte Williams played 16 games in 2025 compared to Devin Neal's 9. That durability gap means Javonte Williams contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Javonte Williams scored 13 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Javonte Williams caught 35 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Devin Neal is 4 years younger than Javonte Williams (22 vs 26), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Devin Neal vs Javonte Williams: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Devin Neal	Javonte Williams
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.7	14.1
Games Played	9	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	51	226
Rushing Yards	206	1,201
Rush Yds/Game	22.9	75.1
Rushing TDs	2	11
Receptions	17	35
Receiving Yards	104	137
Targets	19	51
Total TDs	2	13
Age	22	26
Experience	-	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 14

Summary

14.1 PPG for Javonte Williams versus 5.7 for Devin Neal in 2025. The baseline favors Javonte Williams, 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 Devin Neal or Javonte Williams in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Javonte Williams has the edge at 14.1 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 Devin Neal and Javonte Williams average in 2025?▾

Devin Neal averaged 5.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Javonte Williams averaged 14.1 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 8.4 points per game.

When are Devin Neal and Javonte Williams's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Devin Neal (NO) has a bye in Week 8, and Javonte Williams (DAL) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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

Javonte Williams outscored Devin Neal by 8.4 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.