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Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

Nick Chubb or RJ HarveyWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start RJ Harvey over Nick Chubb in 2026.

RJ Harvey averaged 10.8 PPG in 2025 to Nick Chubb's 5.5, a 5.3 point per game edge. Harvey's 47-catch receiving role gives him a higher weekly floor in PPR and half-PPR. RJ Harvey is Tier 5 at the position, Nick Chubb is Tier 6.

The Bottom Line

RJ Harvey is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 10.8 PPG and 896 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Nick Chubb (5.5 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster RJ Harvey as the starter and Nick Chubb as depth.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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RBHouston Texans#59

Nick Chubb

PPG

5.5

Games

Rush Yds

506

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 8

RBDenver Broncos#27PPG LEADER

RJ Harvey

PPG

10.8

Games

Rush Yds

540

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

356

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Nick Chubb

RJ Harvey

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5.5 PPG10.8 PPG

15 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Nick Chubb: Tier 6 (Deep League) RB (ranked #59 at the position). RJ Harvey: Tier 5 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #27 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Nick Chubb is producing at 25% 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.

Nick Chubb vs RJ Harvey: The Full Breakdown

Two running backs who will land on plenty of the same rosters in 2026. Nick Chubb (Houston Texans) finished the 2025 season averaging 5.5 fantasy points per game in 15 games. RJ Harvey (Denver Broncos) came in at 10.8 PPG over 17 games. The gap is real but not insurmountable with the right matchup.

RJ Harvey carries a 5.3-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

RJ Harvey is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 47 targets into 356 yards, while Nick Chubb profiles as a more traditional rusher with 506 rushing yards and 3 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats RJ Harvey carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Nick Chubb is off Week 8 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

If you can acquire RJ Harvey at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Nick Chubb is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Nick Chubb (age 30, 7 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. RJ Harvey (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•RJ Harvey outscored Nick Chubb by a projected 90 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•RJ Harvey played 17 games in 2025 compared to Nick Chubb's 15. That durability gap means RJ Harvey contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•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.
•RJ Harvey is 5 years younger than Nick Chubb (25 vs 30), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Nick Chubb vs RJ Harvey: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Nick Chubb	RJ Harvey
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.5	10.8
Games Played	15	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	83	184
Rushing Yards	506	540
Rush Yds/Game	33.7	31.8
Rushing TDs	3	7
Receptions	13	47
Receiving Yards	67	356
Targets	20	58
Total TDs	3	12
Age	30	25
Experience	7 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, RJ Harvey holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 10.8 points per game. Nick Chubb averaged 5.5 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Nick Chubb or RJ Harvey in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, RJ Harvey has the edge at 10.8 PPG compared to Nick Chubb's 5.5 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.

Should I draft Nick Chubb or RJ Harvey in 2026 fantasy football?▾

RJ Harvey is the earlier pick. He averaged 10.8 fantasy points per game in 2025 to Nick Chubb's 5.5, a 5.3 point per game edge over a full season. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did Nick Chubb and RJ Harvey average in 2025?▾

Nick Chubb averaged 5.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. RJ Harvey averaged 10.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 5.3 points per game.

When are Nick Chubb and RJ Harvey's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Nick Chubb (HOU) has a bye in Week 8, and RJ Harvey (DEN) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Nick Chubb or RJ Harvey a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

RJ Harvey outscored Nick Chubb by 5.3 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.