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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Javonte Williams vs Raheim SandersWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Javonte Williams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.1 PPG to Raheim Sanders's 4.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Javonte Williams is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Javonte Williams outscored Raheim Sanders by 9.4 PPG in 2025 with 13 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Javonte Williams is the clear pick. Raheim Sanders 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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RBDallas Cowboys#12PPG LEADER

Javonte Williams

PPG

14.1

Games

Rush Yds

1,201

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

137

Bye

Week 14

RBCleveland Browns#99

Raheim Sanders

PPG

4.7

Games

Rush Yds

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Javonte Williams

Raheim Sanders

Head to Head

14.1 PPG4.7 PPG

16 GP4 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Javonte Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #12 at the position). Raheim Sanders: 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 Raheim Sanders at 21%. That ranking gap means Javonte Williams carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Javonte Williams vs Raheim Sanders: 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 Raheim Sanders (Cleveland Browns, 4.7 PPG) by 9.4 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

The per-game difference of 9.4 points favors Javonte Williams, 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.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Javonte Williams ran for 1201 yards and 11 touchdowns; Raheim Sanders posted 92 and 1. 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 Raheim Sanders Week 10. 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

Javonte Williams is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Raheim Sanders is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Javonte Williams (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Raheim Sanders (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Javonte Williams outscored Raheim Sanders by a projected 160 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Javonte Williams played 16 games in 2025 compared to Raheim Sanders's 4. 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 Raheim Sanders: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Javonte Williams	Raheim Sanders
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.1	4.7
Games Played	16	4
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	226	19
Rushing Yards	1,201	92
Rush Yds/Game	75.1	23.0
Rushing TDs	11	1
Receptions	35	3
Receiving Yards	137	21
Targets	51	4
Total TDs	13	1
Age	26	23
Experience	4 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 10

Summary

14.1 PPG for Javonte Williams versus 4.7 for Raheim Sanders in 2025. The baseline favors Javonte Williams, 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 Javonte Williams or Raheim Sanders in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Javonte Williams has the edge at 14.1 PPG compared to Raheim Sanders's 4.7 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 Raheim Sanders average in 2025?▾

Javonte Williams averaged 14.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Raheim Sanders averaged 4.7 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 9.4 points per game.

When are Javonte Williams and Raheim Sanders's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Javonte Williams (DAL) has a bye in Week 14, and Raheim Sanders (CLE) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Javonte Williams or Raheim Sanders a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Javonte Williams outscored Raheim Sanders by 9.4 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.