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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Devin Neal vs Tyler AllgeierWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tyler Allgeier is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.8 PPG to Devin Neal's 5.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyler Allgeier is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Tyler Allgeier and Devin Neal are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.1-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

RBAtlanta Falcons#49PPG LEADER

Tyler Allgeier

PPG

6.8

Games

Rush Yds

514

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Devin Neal

Tyler Allgeier

Head to Head

5.7 PPG6.8 PPG

9 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Devin Neal: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #57 at the position). Tyler Allgeier: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #49 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Devin Neal is producing at 26% of elite pace and Tyler Allgeier at 31%. That ranking gap means Tyler Allgeier carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Devin Neal vs Tyler Allgeier: The Full Breakdown

Devin Neal (5.7 PPG) and Tyler Allgeier (6.8 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; Tyler Allgeier suited up 17 times for the Atlanta Falcons.

A 1.1-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; Tyler Allgeier posted 514 and 8. 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 Tyler Allgeier is off Week 11. 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. Tyler Allgeier (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Tyler Allgeier outscored Devin Neal by a projected 19 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyler Allgeier played 17 games in 2025 compared to Devin Neal's 9. That durability gap means Tyler Allgeier contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tyler Allgeier scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Devin Neal is 4 years younger than Tyler Allgeier (22 vs 26), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Devin Neal vs Tyler Allgeier: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Devin Neal	Tyler Allgeier
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.7	6.8
Games Played	9	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	51	116
Rushing Yards	206	514
Rush Yds/Game	22.9	30.2
Rushing TDs	2	8
Receptions	17	14
Receiving Yards	104	96
Targets	19	16
Total TDs	2	8
Age	22	26
Experience	-	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Tyler Allgeier at 6.8 PPG, 1.1 points per game above Devin Neal's 5.7. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Devin Neal or Tyler Allgeier in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyler Allgeier has the edge at 6.8 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 Tyler Allgeier average in 2025?▾

Devin Neal averaged 5.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Tyler Allgeier averaged 6.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.1 points per game.

When are Devin Neal and Tyler Allgeier's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Devin Neal (NO) has a bye in Week 8, and Tyler Allgeier (ATL) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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

Tyler Allgeier outscored Devin Neal by 1.1 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.