Head to Head

Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jerome Ford vs Raheim SandersWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jerome Ford is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.4 PPG to Raheim Sanders's 4.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jerome Ford is the better fantasy play this season.

Jerome Ford is the better play on a neutral week. 8.4 PPG with 797 yards gives a reliable baseline. Raheim Sanders at 4.7 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Jerome Ford higher, but do not fade Raheim Sanders entirely.

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

Want this verdict updated live on Sunday?

Track Jerome Ford and Raheim Sanders in the DraftCall app and get their updates the moment they change.

Get the App

RBCleveland Browns#99PPG LEADER

Jerome Ford

PPG

8.4

Games

Rush Yds

582

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

215

Bye

Week 10

RBCleveland Browns#99

Raheim Sanders

PPG

4.7

Games

Rush Yds

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Jerome Ford

Raheim Sanders

Head to Head

8.4 PPG4.7 PPG

15 GP4 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Jerome Ford: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Raheim Sanders: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Jerome Ford is producing at 38% of elite pace and Raheim Sanders at 21%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Jerome Ford vs Raheim Sanders: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Jerome Ford and Raheim Sanders is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Cleveland Browns running back put up 8.4 PPG in 2025 over 15 games; Raheim Sanders of the Cleveland Browns averaged 4.7 in 4. A 3.7-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 3.7 points favors Jerome Ford, 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. Jerome Ford ran for 582 yards and 3 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.

Both share a Week 10 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

Jerome Ford 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: Jerome Ford (age 27) 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?

•Jerome Ford outscored Raheim Sanders by a projected 63 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jerome Ford played 15 games in 2025 compared to Raheim Sanders's 4. That durability gap means Jerome Ford contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jerome Ford scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Both players share a Week 10 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jerome Ford vs Raheim Sanders: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jerome Ford	Raheim Sanders
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.4	4.7
Games Played	15	4
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	126	19
Rushing Yards	582	92
Rush Yds/Game	38.8	23.0
Rushing TDs	3	1
Receptions	28	3
Receiving Yards	215	21
Targets	0	4
Total TDs	4	1
Age	-	23
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

8.4 PPG for Jerome Ford versus 4.7 for Raheim Sanders in 2025. The baseline favors Jerome Ford, 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.

Website vs App

Get the AI verdict on Jerome Ford vs Raheim Sanders

DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality, recent trends, injury impact, and game script to give you a clear start/sit recommendation.

See everything in the app →

Launch List

Get the live verdict on Jerome Ford vs Raheim Sanders

The DraftCall app delivers live game-day verdicts on every matchup. Join the launch list and we will email you the day it goes live for the 2026 NFL season, with your direct iOS and Android install links.

We will never share your email. Unsubscribe anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Jerome Ford or Raheim Sanders in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jerome Ford has the edge at 8.4 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 Jerome Ford and Raheim Sanders average in 2025?▾

Jerome Ford averaged 8.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Raheim Sanders averaged 4.7 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 3.7 points per game.

Do Jerome Ford and Raheim Sanders share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Jerome Ford and Raheim Sanders share a Week 10 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is Jerome Ford or Raheim Sanders a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Jerome Ford outscored Raheim Sanders by 3.7 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.