Jahmyr Gibbs vs Rhamondre Stevenson: Who Should You Start?
There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Jahmyr Gibbs (Detroit Lions) averaged 19.3 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring Rhamondre Stevenson (New England Patriots, 11.6 PPG) by 7.7 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.
The per-game difference of 7.7 points favors Jahmyr Gibbs, 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.
Jahmyr Gibbs is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 77 targets into 616 yards, while Rhamondre Stevenson profiles as a more traditional rusher with 603 rushing yards and 7 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Jahmyr Gibbs carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.
One scheduling note: Jahmyr Gibbs is off Week 5 and Rhamondre Stevenson Week 14. 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.
