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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

James Conner vs TreVeyon HendersonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

TreVeyon Henderson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.1 PPG to James Conner's 11.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

TreVeyon Henderson is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, TreVeyon Henderson and James Conner are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.1-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBArizona Cardinals#99

James Conner

PPG

11.0

Games

Rush Yds

752

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

218

Bye

Week 11

RBNew England Patriots#24PPG LEADER

TreVeyon Henderson

PPG

11.1

Games

Rush Yds

911

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

221

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

James Conner

TreVeyon Henderson

Head to Head

11.0 PPG11.1 PPG

14 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

James Conner: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). TreVeyon Henderson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #24 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, James Conner is producing at 50% of elite pace and TreVeyon Henderson at 50%. That ranking gap means TreVeyon Henderson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

James Conner vs TreVeyon Henderson: The Full Breakdown

James Conner (11.0 PPG) and TreVeyon Henderson (11.1 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two running backs are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. James Conner played 14 games for the Arizona Cardinals; TreVeyon Henderson suited up 17 times for the New England Patriots.

A 0.1-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. James Conner ran for 752 yards and 5 touchdowns; TreVeyon Henderson posted 911 and 9. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Both share a Week 11 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking running backs this deep on your bench, plan your replacement running back early.

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: James Conner (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. TreVeyon Henderson (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•TreVeyon Henderson outscored James Conner by a projected 2 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•TreVeyon Henderson played 17 games in 2025 compared to James Conner's 14. That durability gap means TreVeyon Henderson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•TreVeyon Henderson scored 10 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•TreVeyon Henderson caught 35 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Both players share a Week 11 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

James Conner vs TreVeyon Henderson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	James Conner	TreVeyon Henderson
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.0	11.1
Games Played	14	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	154	189
Rushing Yards	752	911
Rush Yds/Game	53.7	53.6
Rushing TDs	5	9
Receptions	28	35
Receiving Yards	218	221
Targets	0	42
Total TDs	6	10
Age	-	23
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 11

Summary

11.1 PPG for TreVeyon Henderson versus 11.0 for James Conner in 2025. The baseline favors TreVeyon Henderson, 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 James Conner or TreVeyon Henderson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, TreVeyon Henderson has the edge at 11.1 PPG compared to James Conner's 11.0 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 James Conner and TreVeyon Henderson average in 2025?▾

James Conner averaged 11.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. TreVeyon Henderson averaged 11.1 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.1 points per game.

Do James Conner and TreVeyon Henderson share a bye week?▾

Yes, both James Conner and TreVeyon Henderson share a Week 11 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is James Conner or TreVeyon Henderson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

TreVeyon Henderson outscored James Conner by 0.1 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.