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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Devin Neal vs Ty JohnsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Devin Neal is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 5.7 PPG to Ty Johnson's 5.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Devin Neal is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Devin Neal edges Ty Johnson by 0.5 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 Neal 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#57PPG LEADER

Devin Neal

PPG

5.7

Games

Rush Yds

206

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

104

Bye

Week 8

RBBuffalo Bills#99

Ty Johnson

PPG

5.2

Games

Rush Yds

200

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

263

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Devin Neal

Ty Johnson

Head to Head

5.7 PPG5.2 PPG

9 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Devin Neal: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #57 at the position). Ty Johnson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Devin Neal is producing at 26% of elite pace and Ty Johnson at 24%. That ranking gap means Devin Neal carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Devin Neal vs Ty Johnson: The Full Breakdown

Devin Neal (5.7 PPG) and Ty Johnson (5.2 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two running backs are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Devin Neal played 9 games for the New Orleans Saints; Ty Johnson suited up 17 times for the Buffalo Bills.

A 0.5-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Devin Neal ran for 206 yards and 2 touchdowns; Ty Johnson posted 200 and 3. 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 Ty Johnson is off Week 12. 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

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. Ty Johnson (age 28, 7 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Devin Neal outscored Ty Johnson by a projected 9 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ty Johnson played 17 games in 2025 compared to Devin Neal's 9. That durability gap means Ty Johnson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Ty Johnson 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 Ty Johnson (22 vs 28), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Devin Neal vs Ty Johnson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Devin Neal	Ty Johnson
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.7	5.2
Games Played	9	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	51	88
Rushing Yards	206	200
Rush Yds/Game	22.9	11.8
Rushing TDs	2	3
Receptions	17	24
Receiving Yards	104	263
Targets	19	33
Total TDs	2	5
Age	22	28
Experience	-	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 12

Summary

Devin Neal outscored Ty Johnson by 0.5 PPG in 2025 (5.7 to 5.2). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Devin Neal or Ty Johnson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Devin Neal has the edge at 5.7 PPG compared to Ty Johnson's 5.2 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 Ty Johnson average in 2025?▾

Devin Neal averaged 5.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Ty Johnson averaged 5.2 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.5 points per game.

When are Devin Neal and Ty Johnson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Devin Neal (NO) has a bye in Week 8, and Ty Johnson (BUF) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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

Devin Neal outscored Ty Johnson by 0.5 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.