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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Javonte Williams vs Khalil HerbertWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Javonte Williams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.1 PPG to Khalil Herbert's 5.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Javonte Williams is the better fantasy play this season.

Javonte Williams is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 14.1 PPG and 1,338 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Khalil Herbert (5.8 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Javonte Williams as the starter and Khalil Herbert as depth.

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

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RBDallas Cowboys#12PPG LEADER

Javonte Williams

PPG

14.1

Games

Rush Yds

1,201

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

137

Bye

Week 14

RBCincinnati Bengals#99

Khalil Herbert

PPG

5.8

Games

Rush Yds

248

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Javonte Williams

Khalil Herbert

Head to Head

14.1 PPG5.8 PPG

16 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Javonte Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #12 at the position). Khalil Herbert: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Javonte Williams is producing at 64% of elite pace and Khalil Herbert at 26%. That ranking gap means Javonte Williams carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Javonte Williams vs Khalil Herbert: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Javonte Williams (Dallas Cowboys) averaged 14.1 PPG over 16 games in 2025, outscoring Khalil Herbert (Cincinnati Bengals, 5.8 PPG) by 8.3 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

Javonte Williams carries a 8.3-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Javonte Williams ran for 1201 yards and 11 touchdowns; Khalil Herbert posted 248 and 2. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

One scheduling note: Javonte Williams is off Week 14 and Khalil Herbert Week 12. 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.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire Javonte Williams at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Khalil Herbert is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Javonte Williams (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Khalil Herbert (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Javonte Williams outscored Khalil Herbert by a projected 141 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Javonte Williams played 16 games in 2025 compared to Khalil Herbert's 12. That durability gap means Javonte Williams contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Javonte Williams scored 13 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Javonte Williams caught 35 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Javonte Williams vs Khalil Herbert: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Javonte Williams	Khalil Herbert
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.1	5.8
Games Played	16	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	226	70
Rushing Yards	1,201	248
Rush Yds/Game	75.1	20.7
Rushing TDs	11	2
Receptions	35	12
Receiving Yards	137	85
Targets	51	0
Total TDs	13	2
Age	26	-
Experience	4 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 12

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Javonte Williams holds the PPG edge with solid output at 14.1 points per game. Khalil Herbert averaged 5.8 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Javonte Williams or Khalil Herbert in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Javonte Williams has the edge at 14.1 PPG compared to Khalil Herbert's 5.8 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 Javonte Williams and Khalil Herbert average in 2025?▾

Javonte Williams averaged 14.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Khalil Herbert averaged 5.8 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 8.3 points per game.

When are Javonte Williams and Khalil Herbert's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Javonte Williams (DAL) has a bye in Week 14, and Khalil Herbert (CIN) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Javonte Williams or Khalil Herbert a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Javonte Williams outscored Khalil Herbert by 8.3 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.