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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jahmyr Gibbs vs Trey BensonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jahmyr Gibbs is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 19.3 PPG to Trey Benson's 7.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jahmyr Gibbs is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Jahmyr Gibbs outscored Trey Benson by 12.1 PPG in 2025 with 18 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Jahmyr Gibbs is the clear pick. Trey Benson profiles as a matchup-dependent running back who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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RBDetroit Lions#4PPG LEADER

Jahmyr Gibbs

PPG

19.3

Games

Rush Yds

1,223

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

616

Bye

Week 6

RBArizona Cardinals#46

Trey Benson

PPG

7.2

Games

Rush Yds

160

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Jahmyr Gibbs

Trey Benson

Head to Head

19.3 PPG7.2 PPG

17 GP4 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Jahmyr Gibbs: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #4 at the position). Trey Benson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #46 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Jahmyr Gibbs is producing at 88% of elite pace and Trey Benson at 33%. That ranking gap means Jahmyr Gibbs carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jahmyr Gibbs vs Trey Benson: The Full Breakdown

Jahmyr Gibbs and Trey Benson are at different tiers heading into 2026. The Detroit Lions running back averaged 19.3 PPG in 2025, a full 12.1 points per game ahead of Trey Benson's 7.2 with the Arizona Cardinals. That kind of gap doesn't close on matchup alone.

The per-game difference of 12.1 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 Trey Benson profiles as a more traditional rusher with 160 rushing yards and undefined touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Jahmyr Gibbs carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

Jahmyr Gibbs has his bye in Week 6, and Trey Benson 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

Jahmyr Gibbs is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Trey Benson is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Jahmyr Gibbs (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Trey Benson (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Jahmyr Gibbs outscored Trey Benson by a projected 206 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jahmyr Gibbs played 17 games in 2025 compared to Trey Benson's 4. That durability gap means Jahmyr Gibbs contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jahmyr Gibbs caught 77 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jahmyr Gibbs vs Trey Benson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jahmyr Gibbs	Trey Benson
PPG (Half-PPR)	19.3	7.2
Games Played	17	4
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	328	29
Rushing Yards	1,223	160
Rush Yds/Game	71.9	40.0
Rushing TDs	13	0
Receptions	77	13
Receiving Yards	616	64
Targets	94	16
Total TDs	18	0
Age	24	23
Experience	2 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 14

Summary

19.3 PPG for Jahmyr Gibbs versus 7.2 for Trey Benson in 2025. The baseline favors Jahmyr Gibbs, 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 Jahmyr Gibbs or Trey Benson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jahmyr Gibbs has the edge at 19.3 PPG compared to Trey Benson's 7.2 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 Jahmyr Gibbs and Trey Benson average in 2025?▾

Jahmyr Gibbs averaged 19.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Trey Benson averaged 7.2 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 12.1 points per game.

When are Jahmyr Gibbs and Trey Benson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jahmyr Gibbs (DET) has a bye in Week 6, and Trey Benson (ARI) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jahmyr Gibbs or Trey Benson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Jahmyr Gibbs outscored Trey Benson by 12.1 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.