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Devin Neal vs Justice HillWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Justice Hill is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.1 PPG to Devin Neal's 5.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Justice Hill is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Justice Hill edges Devin Neal by 0.4 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, Justice Hill 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
9
Rush Yds
206
Rush TDs
2
Rec
17
Rec Yds
104
Bye
Week 8
RBBaltimore Ravens#53PPG LEADER
Justice Hill
PPG
6.1
Games
9
Rush Yds
93
Rush TDs
2
Rec
21
Rec Yds
169
Bye
Week 13

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Devin Neal
Justice Hill

Head to Head

5.7 PPG6.1 PPG
9 GP9 GP
Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Devin Neal: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #57 at the position). Justice Hill: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #53 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Devin Neal is producing at 26% of elite pace and Justice Hill at 28%. That ranking gap means Justice Hill carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Devin Neal vs Justice Hill: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Devin Neal and Justice Hill is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.4 PPG in 2025, this is one of those running back decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Devin Neal averaged 5.7 PPG with the New Orleans Saints across 9 games, and Justice Hill posted 6.1 with the Baltimore Ravens in 9.

When two running backs are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Devin Neal ran for 206 yards and 2 touchdowns; Justice Hill posted 93 and 2. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Devin Neal has his bye in Week 8, and Justice Hill rests in Week 13. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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. Justice Hill (age 28, 6 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

  • Justice Hill outscored Devin Neal by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Justice Hill scored 3 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 Justice Hill (22 vs 28), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Devin Neal vs Justice Hill: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatDevin NealJustice Hill
PPG (Half-PPR)5.76.1
Games Played99
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)5155
Rushing Yards20693
Rush Yds/Game22.910.3
Rushing TDs22
Receptions1721
Receiving Yards104169
Targets1927
Total TDs23
Age2228
Experience-6 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 8Week 13

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Justice Hill holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 6.1 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 Justice Hill in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Justice Hill has the edge at 6.1 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 Justice Hill average in 2025?

Devin Neal averaged 5.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Justice Hill averaged 6.1 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

When are Devin Neal and Justice Hill's bye weeks in 2026?

Devin Neal (NO) has a bye in Week 8, and Justice Hill (BAL) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Devin Neal or Justice Hill a better fantasy running back in 2026?

Justice Hill outscored Devin Neal by 0.4 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.

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