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Jake Tonges vs Rhamondre StevensonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Rhamondre Stevenson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.6 PPG to Jake Tonges's 8.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Rhamondre Stevenson is the better fantasy play this season.

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Rhamondre Stevenson (11.6 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Jake Tonges (8.5 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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TESan Francisco 49ers#15
Jake Tonges
PPG
8.5
Games
9
Rec
34
Rec Yds
293
Rec TDs
5
Targets
46
Bye
Week 8
RBNew England Patriots#22PPG LEADER
Rhamondre Stevenson
PPG
11.6
Games
14
Rush Yds
603
Rush TDs
7
Rec
32
Rec Yds
345
Bye
Week 11

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Jake Tonges
Rhamondre Stevenson

Head to Head

8.5 PPG11.6 PPG
9 GP14 GP
Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Jake Tonges: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #15 at the position). Rhamondre Stevenson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #22 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB in most league formats.

Jake Tonges vs Rhamondre Stevenson: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Jake Tonges (TE, San Francisco 49ers) against Rhamondre Stevenson (RB, New England Patriots) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Jake Tonges averaged 8.5 PPG in 2025 over 9 games, while Rhamondre Stevenson posted 11.6 PPG across 14 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

Jake Tonges has his bye in Week 8, Rhamondre Stevenson in Week 11. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire Rhamondre Stevenson at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Jake Tonges is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Jake Tonges (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Rhamondre Stevenson (age 28, 4 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

  • Rhamondre Stevenson outscored Jake Tonges by a projected 53 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Rhamondre Stevenson played 14 games in 2025 compared to Jake Tonges's 9. That durability gap means Rhamondre Stevenson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Rhamondre Stevenson scored 9 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
  • Jake Tonges saw 46 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jake Tonges vs Rhamondre Stevenson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatJake TongesRhamondre Stevenson
PPG (Half-PPR)8.511.6
Games Played914
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)77162
Rushing Yards0603
Rush Yds/Game0.043.1
Rushing TDs07
Receptions3432
Receiving Yards293345
Targets4637
Total TDs59
Age2628
Experience3 yrs4 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 8Week 11

Summary

Rhamondre Stevenson outscored Jake Tonges by 3.1 PPG in 2025 (11.6 to 8.5). 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 Jake Tonges or Rhamondre Stevenson in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Rhamondre Stevenson has the edge at 11.6 PPG compared to Jake Tonges's 8.5 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 Jake Tonges and Rhamondre Stevenson average in 2025?

Jake Tonges averaged 8.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Rhamondre Stevenson averaged 11.6 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 3.1 points per game.

When are Jake Tonges and Rhamondre Stevenson's bye weeks in 2026?

Jake Tonges (SF) has a bye in Week 8, and Rhamondre Stevenson (NE) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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