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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Najee Harris vs Tyler AllgeierWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Najee Harris is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.8 PPG to Tyler Allgeier's 6.8 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 Tyler Allgeier by 6.0 PPG in 2025 with 7 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Najee Harris is the clear pick. Tyler Allgeier 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

RBAtlanta Falcons#49

Tyler Allgeier

PPG

6.8

Games

Rush Yds

514

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Najee Harris

Tyler Allgeier

Head to Head

12.8 PPG6.8 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Najee Harris: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Tyler Allgeier: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #49 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Najee Harris is producing at 58% of elite pace and Tyler Allgeier at 31%. That ranking gap means Tyler Allgeier carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Najee Harris vs Tyler Allgeier: The Full Breakdown

The numbers tell a clear story here. Najee Harris put up 12.8 fantasy points per game for the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2025, while Tyler Allgeier managed 6.8 across 17 games with the Atlanta Falcons. A 6.0-point weekly edge is substantial at the running back position.

The per-game difference of 6.0 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.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Najee Harris ran for 1010 yards and 6 touchdowns; Tyler Allgeier posted 514 and 8. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Najee Harris sits Week 9 while Tyler Allgeier is off Week 11. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Najee Harris is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Tyler Allgeier 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. Tyler Allgeier (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Najee Harris outscored Tyler Allgeier by a projected 102 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyler Allgeier scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Najee Harris vs Tyler Allgeier: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Najee Harris	Tyler Allgeier
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.8	6.8
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	218	116
Rushing Yards	1,010	514
Rush Yds/Game	59.4	30.2
Rushing TDs	6	8
Receptions	30	14
Receiving Yards	225	96
Targets	0	16
Total TDs	7	8
Age	-	26
Experience	-	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 11

Summary

12.8 PPG for Najee Harris versus 6.8 for Tyler Allgeier 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 Tyler Allgeier in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Najee Harris has the edge at 12.8 PPG compared to Tyler Allgeier's 6.8 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 Tyler Allgeier average in 2025?▾

Najee Harris averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tyler Allgeier averaged 6.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 6.0 points per game.

When are Najee Harris and Tyler Allgeier's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Najee Harris or Tyler Allgeier a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Najee Harris outscored Tyler Allgeier by 6.0 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.