De'Von Achane vs Josh Jacobs: Who Should You Start?
Deciding between De'Von Achane and Josh Jacobs is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Miami Dolphins running back put up 18.1 PPG in 2025 over 16 games; Josh Jacobs of the Green Bay Packers averaged 14.6 in 15. A 3.5-point margin that could shift on any given week.
The per-game difference of 3.5 points favors De'Von Achane, 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.
De'Von Achane is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 67 targets into 488 yards, while Josh Jacobs profiles as a more traditional rusher with 929 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats De'Von Achane carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.
Bye weeks matter for roster construction: De'Von Achane sits Week 6 while Josh Jacobs is off Week 10. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.
