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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Najee Harris vs RJ HarveyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Najee Harris is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.8 PPG to RJ Harvey's 10.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Najee Harris is the better fantasy play this season.

Najee Harris is the better play on a neutral week. 12.8 PPG with 1,235 yards gives a reliable baseline. RJ Harvey at 10.8 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Najee Harris higher, but do not fade RJ Harvey entirely.

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

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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

RBDenver Broncos#27

RJ Harvey

PPG

10.8

Games

Rush Yds

540

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

356

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Najee Harris

RJ Harvey

Head to Head

12.8 PPG10.8 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Najee Harris: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). RJ Harvey: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #27 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Najee Harris is producing at 58% of elite pace and RJ Harvey at 49%. That ranking gap means RJ Harvey carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Najee Harris vs RJ Harvey: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Najee Harris and RJ Harvey is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Pittsburgh Steelers running back put up 12.8 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; RJ Harvey of the Denver Broncos averaged 10.8 in 17. A 2.0-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.0 points favors Najee Harris, 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.

RJ Harvey is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 47 targets into 356 yards, while Najee Harris profiles as a more traditional rusher with 1010 rushing yards and 6 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats RJ Harvey carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Najee Harris is off Week 9 and RJ Harvey Week 10. 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. RJ Harvey (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Najee Harris outscored RJ Harvey by a projected 34 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•RJ Harvey scored 12 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.7 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•RJ Harvey caught 47 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 RJ Harvey: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Najee Harris	RJ Harvey
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.8	10.8
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	218	184
Rushing Yards	1,010	540
Rush Yds/Game	59.4	31.8
Rushing TDs	6	7
Receptions	30	47
Receiving Yards	225	356
Targets	0	58
Total TDs	7	12
Age	-	25
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 10

Summary

12.8 PPG for Najee Harris versus 10.8 for RJ Harvey 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 RJ Harvey in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Najee Harris has the edge at 12.8 PPG compared to RJ Harvey's 10.8 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 RJ Harvey average in 2025?▾

Najee Harris averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. RJ Harvey averaged 10.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 2.0 points per game.

When are Najee Harris and RJ Harvey's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Najee Harris (PIT) has a bye in Week 9, and RJ Harvey (DEN) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Najee Harris or RJ Harvey a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Najee Harris outscored RJ Harvey by 2.0 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.