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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Devin Neal vs Trey BensonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Trey Benson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.2 PPG to Devin Neal's 5.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Trey Benson is the better fantasy play this season.

Trey Benson is the better play on a neutral week. 7.2 PPG with 224 yards gives a reliable baseline. Devin Neal at 5.7 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Trey Benson higher, but do not fade Devin Neal entirely.

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

RBArizona Cardinals#46PPG LEADER

Trey Benson

PPG

7.2

Games

Rush Yds

160

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Devin Neal

Trey Benson

Head to Head

5.7 PPG7.2 PPG

9 GP4 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Devin Neal: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #57 at the position). Trey Benson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #46 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Devin Neal is producing at 26% of elite pace and Trey Benson at 33%. That ranking gap means Trey Benson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Devin Neal vs Trey Benson: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Devin Neal and Trey Benson is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The New Orleans Saints running back put up 5.7 PPG in 2025 over 9 games; Trey Benson of the Arizona Cardinals averaged 7.2 in 4. A 1.5-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 1.5 points favors Trey Benson, 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; Trey Benson posted 160 and undefined. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

One scheduling note: Devin Neal is off Week 8 and Trey Benson Week 14. 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

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. Trey Benson (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Trey Benson outscored Devin Neal by a projected 26 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Devin Neal played 9 games in 2025 compared to Trey Benson's 4. That durability gap means Devin Neal contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Devin Neal vs Trey Benson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Devin Neal	Trey Benson
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.7	7.2
Games Played	9	4
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	51	29
Rushing Yards	206	160
Rush Yds/Game	22.9	40.0
Rushing TDs	2	0
Receptions	17	13
Receiving Yards	104	64
Targets	19	16
Total TDs	2	0
Age	22	23
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 14

Summary

7.2 PPG for Trey Benson versus 5.7 for Devin Neal in 2025. The baseline favors Trey Benson, 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 Trey Benson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Trey Benson has the edge at 7.2 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 Trey Benson average in 2025?▾

Devin Neal averaged 5.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Trey Benson averaged 7.2 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 1.5 points per game.

When are Devin Neal and Trey Benson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

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

Trey Benson outscored Devin Neal by 1.5 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.