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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Devin Singletary vs Jaleel McLaughlinWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jaleel McLaughlin is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.9 PPG to Devin Singletary's 5.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jaleel McLaughlin is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Jaleel McLaughlin and Devin Singletary are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.0-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 York Giants#55

Devin Singletary

PPG

5.9

Games

Rush Yds

437

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

151

Bye

Week 8

RBDenver Broncos#99PPG LEADER

Jaleel McLaughlin

PPG

6.9

Games

Rush Yds

382

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

168

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Devin Singletary

Jaleel McLaughlin

Head to Head

5.9 PPG6.9 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Devin Singletary: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #55 at the position). Jaleel McLaughlin: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Devin Singletary is producing at 27% of elite pace and Jaleel McLaughlin at 31%. That ranking gap means Devin Singletary carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Devin Singletary vs Jaleel McLaughlin: The Full Breakdown

Devin Singletary (5.9 PPG) and Jaleel McLaughlin (6.9 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 Singletary played 17 games for the New York Giants; Jaleel McLaughlin suited up 15 times for the Denver Broncos.

A 1.0-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 Singletary ran for 437 yards and 5 touchdowns; Jaleel McLaughlin posted 382 and 2. 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 Singletary sits Week 8 while Jaleel McLaughlin is off Week 14. 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 Singletary (age 28, 6 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. Jaleel McLaughlin (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Jaleel McLaughlin outscored Devin Singletary by a projected 17 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Devin Singletary played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jaleel McLaughlin's 15. That durability gap means Devin Singletary contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Devin Singletary scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Devin Singletary vs Jaleel McLaughlin: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Devin Singletary	Jaleel McLaughlin
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.9	6.9
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	100	104
Rushing Yards	437	382
Rush Yds/Game	25.7	25.5
Rushing TDs	5	2
Receptions	18	22
Receiving Yards	151	168
Targets	19	0
Total TDs	5	3
Age	28	-
Experience	6 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 14

Summary

6.9 PPG for Jaleel McLaughlin versus 5.9 for Devin Singletary in 2025. The baseline favors Jaleel McLaughlin, 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 Singletary or Jaleel McLaughlin in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jaleel McLaughlin has the edge at 6.9 PPG compared to Devin Singletary's 5.9 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 Singletary and Jaleel McLaughlin average in 2025?▾

Devin Singletary averaged 5.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Jaleel McLaughlin averaged 6.9 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.0 points per game.

When are Devin Singletary and Jaleel McLaughlin's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Devin Singletary (NYG) has a bye in Week 8, and Jaleel McLaughlin (DEN) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Devin Singletary or Jaleel McLaughlin a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Jaleel McLaughlin outscored Devin Singletary by 1.0 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.