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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Khalil Herbert vs Tank BigsbyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tank Bigsby is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.6 PPG to Khalil Herbert's 5.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tank Bigsby is the better fantasy play this season.

Tank Bigsby is the better play on a neutral week. 8.6 PPG with 830 yards gives a reliable baseline. Khalil Herbert at 5.8 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Tank Bigsby higher, but do not fade Khalil Herbert entirely.

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

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RBCincinnati Bengals#99

Khalil Herbert

PPG

5.8

Games

Rush Yds

248

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 12

RBJacksonville Jaguars#99PPG LEADER

Tank Bigsby

PPG

8.6

Games

Rush Yds

745

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Khalil Herbert

Tank Bigsby

Head to Head

5.8 PPG8.6 PPG

12 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 12Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Khalil Herbert: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Tank Bigsby: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Khalil Herbert is producing at 26% of elite pace and Tank Bigsby at 39%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Khalil Herbert vs Tank Bigsby: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Khalil Herbert and Tank Bigsby is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Cincinnati Bengals running back put up 5.8 PPG in 2025 over 12 games; Tank Bigsby of the Jacksonville Jaguars averaged 8.6 in 16. A 2.8-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.8 points favors Tank Bigsby, 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. Khalil Herbert ran for 248 yards and 2 touchdowns; Tank Bigsby posted 745 and 6. 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 12 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: Khalil Herbert (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Tank Bigsby (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Tank Bigsby outscored Khalil Herbert by a projected 48 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tank Bigsby played 16 games in 2025 compared to Khalil Herbert's 12. That durability gap means Tank Bigsby contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tank Bigsby scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Both players share a Week 12 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Khalil Herbert vs Tank Bigsby: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Khalil Herbert	Tank Bigsby
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.8	8.6
Games Played	12	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	70	138
Rushing Yards	248	745
Rush Yds/Game	20.7	46.6
Rushing TDs	2	6
Receptions	12	12
Receiving Yards	85	85
Targets	0	0
Total TDs	2	6
Bye Week	Week 12	Week 12

Summary

8.6 PPG for Tank Bigsby versus 5.8 for Khalil Herbert in 2025. The baseline favors Tank Bigsby, 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Khalil Herbert or Tank Bigsby in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tank Bigsby has the edge at 8.6 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 Tank Bigsby average in 2025?▾

Khalil Herbert averaged 5.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Tank Bigsby averaged 8.6 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 2.8 points per game.

Do Khalil Herbert and Tank Bigsby share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Khalil Herbert and Tank Bigsby share a Week 12 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is Khalil Herbert or Tank Bigsby a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Tank Bigsby outscored Khalil Herbert by 2.8 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.