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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Khalil Herbert vs Nick ChubbWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Khalil Herbert is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 5.8 PPG to Nick Chubb's 5.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Khalil Herbert is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Khalil Herbert edges Nick Chubb by 0.3 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Khalil Herbert goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBCincinnati Bengals#99PPG LEADER

Khalil Herbert

PPG

5.8

Games

Rush Yds

248

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 12

RBHouston Texans#59

Nick Chubb

PPG

5.5

Games

Rush Yds

506

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Khalil Herbert

Nick Chubb

Head to Head

5.8 PPG5.5 PPG

12 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 12Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Khalil Herbert: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Nick Chubb: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #59 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Khalil Herbert is producing at 26% of elite pace and Nick Chubb at 25%. That ranking gap means Nick Chubb carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Khalil Herbert vs Nick Chubb: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Khalil Herbert and Nick Chubb is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.3 PPG in 2025, this is one of those running back decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Khalil Herbert averaged 5.8 PPG with the Cincinnati Bengals across 12 games, and Nick Chubb posted 5.5 with the Houston Texans in 15.

When two running backs are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Khalil Herbert ran for 248 yards and 2 touchdowns; Nick Chubb posted 506 and 3. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Khalil Herbert has his bye in Week 12, and Nick Chubb rests in Week 8. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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: Khalil Herbert (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Nick Chubb (age 30, 7 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Khalil Herbert outscored Nick Chubb by a projected 5 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Nick Chubb played 15 games in 2025 compared to Khalil Herbert's 12. That durability gap means Nick Chubb contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Nick Chubb scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Khalil Herbert vs Nick Chubb: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Khalil Herbert	Nick Chubb
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.8	5.5
Games Played	12	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	70	83
Rushing Yards	248	506
Rush Yds/Game	20.7	33.7
Rushing TDs	2	3
Receptions	12	13
Receiving Yards	85	67
Targets	0	20
Total TDs	2	3
Age	-	30
Experience	-	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 12	Week 8

Summary

Khalil Herbert outscored Nick Chubb by 0.3 PPG in 2025 (5.8 to 5.5). 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 Khalil Herbert or Nick Chubb in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Khalil Herbert has the edge at 5.8 PPG compared to Nick Chubb's 5.5 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 Khalil Herbert and Nick Chubb average in 2025?▾

Khalil Herbert averaged 5.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Nick Chubb averaged 5.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.3 points per game.

When are Khalil Herbert and Nick Chubb's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Khalil Herbert (CIN) has a bye in Week 12, and Nick Chubb (HOU) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Khalil Herbert or Nick Chubb a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Khalil Herbert outscored Nick Chubb by 0.3 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.