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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Khalil Herbert vs TreVeyon HendersonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

TreVeyon Henderson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.1 PPG to Khalil Herbert's 5.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

TreVeyon Henderson is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. TreVeyon Henderson outscored Khalil Herbert by 5.3 PPG in 2025 with 10 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, TreVeyon Henderson is the clear pick. Khalil Herbert profiles as a matchup-dependent running back who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

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#24PPG LEADER

TreVeyon Henderson

PPG

11.1

Games

Rush Yds

911

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

221

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Khalil Herbert

TreVeyon Henderson

Head to Head

5.8 PPG11.1 PPG

12 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 12Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Khalil Herbert: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). TreVeyon Henderson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #24 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Khalil Herbert is producing at 26% of elite pace and TreVeyon Henderson at 50%. That ranking gap means TreVeyon Henderson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Khalil Herbert vs TreVeyon Henderson: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Khalil Herbert and TreVeyon Henderson is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Cincinnati Bengals running back put up 5.8 PPG in 2025 over 12 games; TreVeyon Henderson of the New England Patriots averaged 11.1 in 17. A 5.3-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.3 points favors TreVeyon Henderson, 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; TreVeyon Henderson posted 911 and 9. 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 TreVeyon Henderson rests in Week 11. 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

TreVeyon Henderson is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Khalil Herbert is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Khalil Herbert (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?

•TreVeyon Henderson outscored Khalil Herbert by a projected 90 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•TreVeyon Henderson played 17 games in 2025 compared to Khalil Herbert's 12. That durability gap means TreVeyon Henderson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•TreVeyon Henderson scored 10 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•TreVeyon Henderson caught 35 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 TreVeyon Henderson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Khalil Herbert	TreVeyon Henderson
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.8	11.1
Games Played	12	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	70	189
Rushing Yards	248	911
Rush Yds/Game	20.7	53.6
Rushing TDs	2	9
Receptions	12	35
Receiving Yards	85	221
Targets	0	42
Total TDs	2	10
Age	-	23
Bye Week	Week 12	Week 11

Summary

11.1 PPG for TreVeyon Henderson versus 5.8 for Khalil Herbert in 2025. The baseline favors TreVeyon Henderson, 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 TreVeyon Henderson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, TreVeyon Henderson has the edge at 11.1 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 TreVeyon Henderson average in 2025?▾

Khalil Herbert averaged 5.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. TreVeyon Henderson averaged 11.1 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 5.3 points per game.

When are Khalil Herbert and TreVeyon Henderson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Khalil Herbert or TreVeyon Henderson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

TreVeyon Henderson outscored Khalil Herbert by 5.3 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.