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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Najee Harris vs Ray DavisWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Najee Harris is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.8 PPG to Ray Davis's 7.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Najee Harris is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Najee Harris outscored Ray Davis by 5.0 PPG in 2025 with 7 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Najee Harris is the clear pick. Ray Davis 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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RBPittsburgh Steelers#99PPG LEADER

Najee Harris

PPG

12.8

Games

Rush Yds

1,010

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

225

Bye

Week 9

RBBuffalo Bills#99

Ray Davis

PPG

7.8

Games

Rush Yds

425

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

168

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Najee Harris

Ray Davis

Head to Head

12.8 PPG7.8 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Najee Harris: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Ray Davis: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Najee Harris is producing at 58% of elite pace and Ray Davis at 35%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Najee Harris vs Ray Davis: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Najee Harris and Ray Davis for your lineup, you are not alone. Najee Harris finished the 2025 season at 12.8 PPG for the Pittsburgh Steelers (17 games), and Ray Davis averaged 7.8 for the Buffalo Bills (15 games).

That 5.0-point weekly advantage for Najee Harris is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Najee Harris ran for 1010 yards and 6 touchdowns; Ray Davis posted 425 and 3. 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: Najee Harris is off Week 9 and Ray Davis Week 12. 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

Najee Harris is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Ray Davis is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Najee Harris (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Ray Davis (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Najee Harris outscored Ray Davis by a projected 85 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Najee Harris played 17 games in 2025 compared to Ray Davis's 15. That durability gap means Najee Harris contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Najee Harris scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Najee Harris vs Ray Davis: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Najee Harris	Ray Davis
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.8	7.8
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	218	117
Rushing Yards	1,010	425
Rush Yds/Game	59.4	28.3
Rushing TDs	6	3
Receptions	30	22
Receiving Yards	225	168
Targets	0	0
Total TDs	7	4
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 12

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Najee Harris at 12.8 PPG, 5.0 points per game above Ray Davis's 7.8. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Najee Harris or Ray Davis in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Najee Harris has the edge at 12.8 PPG compared to Ray Davis's 7.8 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 Najee Harris and Ray Davis average in 2025?▾

Najee Harris averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Ray Davis averaged 7.8 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 5.0 points per game.

When are Najee Harris and Ray Davis's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Najee Harris (PIT) has a bye in Week 9, and Ray Davis (BUF) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Najee Harris or Ray Davis a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Najee Harris outscored Ray Davis by 5.0 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.