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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Javonte Williams vs RJ HarveyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Javonte Williams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.1 PPG to RJ Harvey's 10.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Javonte Williams is the better fantasy play this season.

Javonte Williams has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 3.3-PPG advantage is real (14.1 to 10.8), and Javonte Williams's 13 touchdowns show scoring upside. RJ Harvey is the buy-low candidate if recent production has dipped, because the talent gap is smaller than the numbers suggest.

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

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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

RBDenver Broncos#27

RJ Harvey

PPG

10.8

Games

Rush Yds

540

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

356

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Javonte Williams

RJ Harvey

Head to Head

14.1 PPG10.8 PPG

16 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Javonte Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #12 at the position). RJ Harvey: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #27 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Javonte Williams is producing at 64% of elite pace and RJ Harvey at 49%. That ranking gap means Javonte Williams carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Javonte Williams vs RJ Harvey: The Full Breakdown

Javonte Williams and RJ Harvey are both viable fantasy running backs heading into 2026, but their 2025 production tells two different stories. Javonte Williams averaged 14.1 PPG across 16 games with the Dallas Cowboys, while RJ Harvey posted 10.8 PPG in 17 appearances for the Denver Broncos.

A 3.3-PPG gap gives Javonte Williams the edge on paper, but paper does not account for Thursday night matchups, weather games, or a star defender returning from injury. The real question is not who was better in 2025, but who is the better start this specific week.

RJ Harvey is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 47 targets into 356 yards, while Javonte Williams profiles as a more traditional rusher with 1201 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats RJ Harvey carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Javonte Williams is off Week 14 and RJ Harvey 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

If you can acquire Javonte Williams at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. RJ Harvey 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. RJ Harvey (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Javonte Williams outscored RJ Harvey by a projected 56 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•RJ Harvey played 17 games in 2025 compared to Javonte Williams's 16. That durability gap means RJ Harvey 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.
•RJ Harvey caught 47 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 RJ Harvey: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Javonte Williams	RJ Harvey
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.1	10.8
Games Played	16	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	226	184
Rushing Yards	1,201	540
Rush Yds/Game	75.1	31.8
Rushing TDs	11	7
Receptions	35	47
Receiving Yards	137	356
Targets	51	58
Total TDs	13	12
Age	26	25
Experience	4 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 10

Summary

Javonte Williams outscored RJ Harvey by 3.3 PPG in 2025 (14.1 to 10.8). 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 Javonte Williams or RJ Harvey in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Javonte Williams has the edge at 14.1 PPG compared to RJ Harvey's 10.8 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 RJ Harvey average in 2025?▾

Javonte Williams averaged 14.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. RJ Harvey averaged 10.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 3.3 points per game.

When are Javonte Williams and RJ Harvey's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Javonte Williams or RJ Harvey a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Javonte Williams outscored RJ Harvey by 3.3 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.