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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

J.K. Dobbins vs RJ HarveyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

J.K. Dobbins is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.0 PPG to RJ Harvey's 10.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

J.K. Dobbins is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.2-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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RBDenver Broncos#25PPG LEADER

J.K. Dobbins

PPG

11.0

Games

Rush Yds

772

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 10

RBDenver Broncos#27

RJ Harvey

PPG

10.8

Games

Rush Yds

540

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

356

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

J.K. Dobbins

RJ Harvey

Head to Head

11.0 PPG10.8 PPG

10 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

J.K. Dobbins: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #25 at the position). RJ Harvey: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #27 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, J.K. Dobbins is producing at 50% of elite pace and RJ Harvey at 49%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

J.K. Dobbins vs RJ Harvey: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. J.K. Dobbins finished the 2025 season at 11.0 PPG over 10 games with the Denver Broncos, while RJ Harvey clocked in at 10.8 across 17 appearances for the Denver Broncos. A 0.2-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

RJ Harvey is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 47 targets into 356 yards, while J.K. Dobbins profiles as a more traditional rusher with 772 rushing yards and 4 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats RJ Harvey carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

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

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: J.K. Dobbins (age 27) 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?

•J.K. Dobbins outscored RJ Harvey by a projected 3 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•RJ Harvey played 17 games in 2025 compared to J.K. Dobbins's 10. That durability gap means RJ Harvey contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•RJ Harvey scored 12 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.7 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.
•Both players share a Week 10 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

J.K. Dobbins vs RJ Harvey: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	J.K. Dobbins	RJ Harvey
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.0	10.8
Games Played	10	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	110	184
Rushing Yards	772	540
Rush Yds/Game	77.2	31.8
Rushing TDs	4	7
Receptions	11	47
Receiving Yards	37	356
Targets	14	58
Total TDs	4	12
Age	27	25
Experience	5 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor J.K. Dobbins at 11.0 PPG, 0.2 points per game above RJ Harvey's 10.8. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start J.K. Dobbins or RJ Harvey in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, J.K. Dobbins has the edge at 11.0 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 J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey average in 2025?▾

J.K. Dobbins averaged 11.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 10 games in 2025. RJ Harvey averaged 10.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.2 points per game.

Do J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey share a bye week?▾

Yes, both J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey share a Week 10 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is J.K. Dobbins or RJ Harvey a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

J.K. Dobbins outscored RJ Harvey by 0.2 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.