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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Khalil Herbert vs Rhamondre StevensonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Rhamondre Stevenson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.6 PPG to Khalil Herbert's 5.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Rhamondre Stevenson is the better fantasy play this season.

Rhamondre Stevenson is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 11.6 PPG and 948 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Khalil Herbert (5.8 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Rhamondre Stevenson as the starter and Khalil Herbert as depth.

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

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RBCincinnati Bengals#99

Khalil Herbert

PPG

5.8

Games

Rush Yds

248

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 12

RBNew England Patriots#22PPG LEADER

Rhamondre Stevenson

PPG

11.6

Games

Rush Yds

603

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

345

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Khalil Herbert

Rhamondre Stevenson

Head to Head

5.8 PPG11.6 PPG

12 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 12Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Khalil Herbert: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Rhamondre Stevenson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #22 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Khalil Herbert is producing at 26% of elite pace and Rhamondre Stevenson at 53%. That ranking gap means Rhamondre Stevenson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Khalil Herbert vs Rhamondre Stevenson: The Full Breakdown

Khalil Herbert and Rhamondre Stevenson are both viable fantasy running backs heading into 2026, but their 2025 production tells two different stories. Khalil Herbert averaged 5.8 PPG across 12 games with the Cincinnati Bengals, while Rhamondre Stevenson posted 11.6 PPG in 14 appearances for the New England Patriots.

A 5.8-PPG gap gives Rhamondre Stevenson 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.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Khalil Herbert ran for 248 yards and 2 touchdowns; Rhamondre Stevenson posted 603 and 7. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

One scheduling note: Khalil Herbert is off Week 12 and Rhamondre Stevenson 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 Rhamondre Stevenson at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Khalil Herbert is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Khalil Herbert (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Rhamondre Stevenson (age 28, 4 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Rhamondre Stevenson outscored Khalil Herbert by a projected 99 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Rhamondre Stevenson played 14 games in 2025 compared to Khalil Herbert's 12. That durability gap means Rhamondre Stevenson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Rhamondre Stevenson scored 9 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Rhamondre Stevenson caught 32 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Khalil Herbert vs Rhamondre Stevenson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Khalil Herbert	Rhamondre Stevenson
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.8	11.6
Games Played	12	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	70	162
Rushing Yards	248	603
Rush Yds/Game	20.7	43.1
Rushing TDs	2	7
Receptions	12	32
Receiving Yards	85	345
Targets	0	37
Total TDs	2	9
Age	-	28
Experience	-	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 12	Week 11

Summary

Rhamondre Stevenson outscored Khalil Herbert by 5.8 PPG in 2025 (11.6 to 5.8). 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 Khalil Herbert or Rhamondre Stevenson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Rhamondre Stevenson has the edge at 11.6 PPG compared to Khalil Herbert's 5.8 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 Khalil Herbert and Rhamondre Stevenson average in 2025?▾

Khalil Herbert averaged 5.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Rhamondre Stevenson averaged 11.6 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 5.8 points per game.

When are Khalil Herbert and Rhamondre Stevenson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Khalil Herbert (CIN) has a bye in Week 12, and Rhamondre Stevenson (NE) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Khalil Herbert or Rhamondre Stevenson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Rhamondre Stevenson outscored Khalil Herbert by 5.8 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.