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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Najee Harris vs Rhamondre StevensonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Najee Harris is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.8 PPG to Rhamondre Stevenson's 11.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Najee Harris is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Najee Harris and Rhamondre Stevenson are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.2-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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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

RBNew England Patriots#22

Rhamondre Stevenson

PPG

11.6

Games

Rush Yds

603

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

345

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Najee Harris

Rhamondre Stevenson

Head to Head

12.8 PPG11.6 PPG

17 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Najee Harris: 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, Najee Harris is producing at 58% 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.

Najee Harris vs Rhamondre Stevenson: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Najee Harris finished the 2025 season at 12.8 PPG over 17 games with the Pittsburgh Steelers, while Rhamondre Stevenson clocked in at 11.6 across 14 appearances for the New England Patriots. A 1.2-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Najee Harris ran for 1010 yards and 6 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: Najee Harris is off Week 9 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

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: Najee Harris (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?

•Najee Harris outscored Rhamondre Stevenson by a projected 20 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Najee Harris played 17 games in 2025 compared to Rhamondre Stevenson's 14. That durability gap means Najee Harris 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

Najee Harris vs Rhamondre Stevenson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Najee Harris	Rhamondre Stevenson
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.8	11.6
Games Played	17	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	218	162
Rushing Yards	1,010	603
Rush Yds/Game	59.4	43.1
Rushing TDs	6	7
Receptions	30	32
Receiving Yards	225	345
Targets	0	37
Total TDs	7	9
Age	-	28
Experience	-	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 11

Summary

12.8 PPG for Najee Harris versus 11.6 for Rhamondre Stevenson in 2025. The baseline favors Najee Harris, 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 Najee Harris or Rhamondre Stevenson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Najee Harris has the edge at 12.8 PPG compared to Rhamondre Stevenson's 11.6 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 Rhamondre Stevenson average in 2025?▾

Najee Harris averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Rhamondre Stevenson averaged 11.6 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 1.2 points per game.

When are Najee Harris and Rhamondre Stevenson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Najee Harris (PIT) has a bye in Week 9, and Rhamondre Stevenson (NE) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Najee Harris or Rhamondre Stevenson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Najee Harris outscored Rhamondre Stevenson by 1.2 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.