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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jonathan Taylor vs TreVeyon HendersonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jonathan Taylor is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 20.0 PPG to TreVeyon Henderson's 11.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jonathan Taylor is the better fantasy play this season.

Jonathan Taylor is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 20.0 PPG and 1,963 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. TreVeyon Henderson (11.1 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Jonathan Taylor as the starter and TreVeyon Henderson as depth.

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

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RBIndianapolis Colts#2PPG LEADER

Jonathan Taylor

PPG

20.0

Games

Rush Yds

1,585

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

378

Bye

Week 13

RBNew England Patriots#24

TreVeyon Henderson

PPG

11.1

Games

Rush Yds

911

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

221

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Jonathan Taylor

TreVeyon Henderson

Head to Head

20.0 PPG11.1 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Jonathan Taylor: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #2 at the position). TreVeyon Henderson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #24 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Jonathan Taylor is producing at 91% of elite pace and TreVeyon Henderson at 50%. That ranking gap means Jonathan Taylor carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jonathan Taylor vs TreVeyon Henderson: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Jonathan Taylor (Indianapolis Colts) averaged 20.0 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring TreVeyon Henderson (New England Patriots, 11.1 PPG) by 8.9 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

Jonathan Taylor carries a 8.9-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.

Jonathan Taylor is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 46 targets into 378 yards, while TreVeyon Henderson profiles as a more traditional rusher with 911 rushing yards and 9 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Jonathan Taylor carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Jonathan Taylor is off Week 13 and TreVeyon Henderson Week 11. 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 Jonathan Taylor at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. TreVeyon Henderson is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Jonathan Taylor (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. TreVeyon Henderson (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Jonathan Taylor outscored TreVeyon Henderson by a projected 151 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jonathan Taylor scored 20 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Jonathan Taylor caught 46 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•TreVeyon Henderson is 4 years younger than Jonathan Taylor (23 vs 27), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jonathan Taylor vs TreVeyon Henderson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jonathan Taylor	TreVeyon Henderson
PPG (Half-PPR)	20.0	11.1
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	340	189
Rushing Yards	1,585	911
Rush Yds/Game	93.2	53.6
Rushing TDs	18	9
Receptions	46	35
Receiving Yards	378	221
Targets	55	42
Total TDs	20	10
Age	27	23
Experience	5 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 11

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Jonathan Taylor holds the PPG edge with strong output at 20.0 points per game. TreVeyon Henderson averaged 11.1 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 Jonathan Taylor or TreVeyon Henderson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jonathan Taylor has the edge at 20.0 PPG compared to TreVeyon Henderson's 11.1 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 Jonathan Taylor and TreVeyon Henderson average in 2025?▾

Jonathan Taylor averaged 20.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. TreVeyon Henderson averaged 11.1 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 8.9 points per game.

When are Jonathan Taylor and TreVeyon Henderson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jonathan Taylor (IND) has a bye in Week 13, and TreVeyon Henderson (NE) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jonathan Taylor or TreVeyon Henderson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Jonathan Taylor outscored TreVeyon Henderson by 8.9 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.