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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Devin Neal vs Zack MossWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Zack Moss is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.0 PPG to Devin Neal's 5.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Zack Moss is the better fantasy play this season.

Zack Moss is the better play on a neutral week. 10.0 PPG with 833 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 Zack Moss higher, but do not fade Devin Neal entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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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

RBCincinnati Bengals#99PPG LEADER

Zack Moss

PPG

10.0

Games

Rush Yds

685

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

148

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Devin Neal

Zack Moss

Head to Head

5.7 PPG10.0 PPG

9 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Devin Neal: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #57 at the position). Zack Moss: 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 Zack Moss at 45%. That ranking gap means Devin Neal carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Devin Neal vs Zack Moss: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Devin Neal and Zack Moss is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The New Orleans Saints running back put up 5.7 PPG in 2025 over 9 games; Zack Moss of the Cincinnati Bengals averaged 10.0 in 14. A 4.3-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 4.3 points favors Zack Moss, 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; Zack Moss posted 685 and 5. 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 Zack Moss Week 12. 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

Zack Moss 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. Zack Moss (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Zack Moss outscored Devin Neal by a projected 73 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Zack Moss played 14 games in 2025 compared to Devin Neal's 9. That durability gap means Zack Moss contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Zack Moss scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Devin Neal vs Zack Moss: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Devin Neal	Zack Moss
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.7	10.0
Games Played	9	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	51	140
Rushing Yards	206	685
Rush Yds/Game	22.9	48.9
Rushing TDs	2	5
Receptions	17	20
Receiving Yards	104	148
Targets	19	0
Total TDs	2	5
Age	22	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 12

Summary

10.0 PPG for Zack Moss versus 5.7 for Devin Neal in 2025. The baseline favors Zack Moss, 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 Zack Moss in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Zack Moss has the edge at 10.0 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 Zack Moss average in 2025?▾

Devin Neal averaged 5.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Zack Moss averaged 10.0 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 4.3 points per game.

When are Devin Neal and Zack Moss's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Devin Neal or Zack Moss a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Zack Moss outscored Devin Neal by 4.3 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.