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Devin Singletary vs Michael CarterWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Michael Carter is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.3 PPG to Devin Singletary's 5.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Michael Carter is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Michael Carter edges Devin Singletary by 0.4 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, Michael Carter 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 York Giants#55
Devin Singletary
PPG
5.9
Games
17
Rush Yds
437
Rush TDs
5
Rec
18
Rec Yds
151
Bye
Week 8
RBArizona Cardinals#51PPG LEADER
Michael Carter
PPG
6.3
Games
13
Rush Yds
333
Rush TDs
1
Rec
33
Rec Yds
267
Bye
Week 14

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Devin Singletary
Michael Carter

Head to Head

5.9 PPG6.3 PPG
17 GP13 GP
Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Devin Singletary: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #55 at the position). Michael Carter: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #51 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Devin Singletary is producing at 27% of elite pace and Michael Carter at 29%. That ranking gap means Michael Carter carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Devin Singletary vs Michael Carter: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Devin Singletary and Michael Carter is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.4 PPG in 2025, this is one of those running back decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Devin Singletary averaged 5.9 PPG with the New York Giants across 17 games, and Michael Carter posted 6.3 with the Arizona Cardinals in 13.

When two running backs are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Devin Singletary ran for 437 yards and 5 touchdowns; Michael Carter posted 333 and 1. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Devin Singletary has his bye in Week 8, and Michael Carter rests in Week 14. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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

Did You Know?

  • Michael Carter outscored Devin Singletary by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Devin Singletary played 17 games in 2025 compared to Michael Carter's 13. 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.
  • Michael Carter caught 33 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Devin Singletary vs Michael Carter: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatDevin SingletaryMichael Carter
PPG (Half-PPR)5.96.3
Games Played1713
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)10082
Rushing Yards437333
Rush Yds/Game25.725.6
Rushing TDs51
Receptions1833
Receiving Yards151267
Targets1945
Total TDs51
Age2827
Experience6 yrs4 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 8Week 14

Summary

Michael Carter outscored Devin Singletary by 0.4 PPG in 2025 (6.3 to 5.9). 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 Singletary or Michael Carter in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Michael Carter has the edge at 6.3 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 Michael Carter average in 2025?

Devin Singletary averaged 5.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Michael Carter averaged 6.3 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

When are Devin Singletary and Michael Carter's bye weeks in 2026?

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

Is Devin Singletary or Michael Carter a better fantasy running back in 2026?

Michael Carter outscored Devin Singletary by 0.4 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.