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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Miles Sanders vs Rhamondre StevensonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Rhamondre Stevenson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.6 PPG to Miles Sanders's 5.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Rhamondre Stevenson is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Rhamondre Stevenson outscored Miles Sanders by 5.9 PPG in 2025 with 9 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Rhamondre Stevenson is the clear pick. Miles Sanders 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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RBDallas Cowboys#56

Miles Sanders

PPG

5.7

Games

Rush Yds

117

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 14

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

Miles Sanders

Rhamondre Stevenson

Head to Head

5.7 PPG11.6 PPG

4 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Miles Sanders: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #56 at the position). Rhamondre Stevenson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #22 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Miles Sanders 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.

Miles Sanders vs Rhamondre Stevenson: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Miles Sanders and Rhamondre Stevenson is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Dallas Cowboys running back put up 5.7 PPG in 2025 over 4 games; Rhamondre Stevenson of the New England Patriots averaged 11.6 in 14. A 5.9-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.9 points favors Rhamondre Stevenson, 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. Miles Sanders ran for 117 yards and 1 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.

Miles Sanders has his bye in Week 14, and Rhamondre Stevenson 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

Rhamondre Stevenson is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Miles Sanders is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Miles Sanders (age 29, 6 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. Rhamondre Stevenson (age 28, 4 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Rhamondre Stevenson outscored Miles Sanders by a projected 100 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Rhamondre Stevenson played 14 games in 2025 compared to Miles Sanders's 4. 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

Miles Sanders vs Rhamondre Stevenson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Miles Sanders	Rhamondre Stevenson
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.7	11.6
Games Played	4	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	23	162
Rushing Yards	117	603
Rush Yds/Game	29.3	43.1
Rushing TDs	1	7
Receptions	8	32
Receiving Yards	30	345
Targets	8	37
Total TDs	1	9
Age	29	28
Experience	6 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 11

Summary

11.6 PPG for Rhamondre Stevenson versus 5.7 for Miles Sanders in 2025. The baseline favors Rhamondre Stevenson, 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 Miles Sanders or Rhamondre Stevenson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Rhamondre Stevenson has the edge at 11.6 PPG compared to Miles Sanders's 5.7 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 Miles Sanders and Rhamondre Stevenson average in 2025?▾

Miles Sanders averaged 5.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 4 games in 2025. Rhamondre Stevenson averaged 11.6 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 5.9 points per game.

When are Miles Sanders and Rhamondre Stevenson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Miles Sanders (DAL) has a bye in Week 14, and Rhamondre Stevenson (NE) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Miles Sanders or Rhamondre Stevenson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Rhamondre Stevenson outscored Miles Sanders by 5.9 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.