Head to Head

Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Nick Chubb vs Tank BigsbyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tank Bigsby is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.6 PPG to Nick Chubb's 5.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tank Bigsby is the better fantasy play this season.

Tank Bigsby is the better play on a neutral week. 8.6 PPG with 830 yards gives a reliable baseline. Nick Chubb at 5.5 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Tank Bigsby higher, but do not fade Nick Chubb entirely.

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

Want this verdict updated live on Sunday?

Track Nick Chubb and Tank Bigsby in the DraftCall app and get their updates the moment they change.

Get the App

RBHouston Texans#59

Nick Chubb

PPG

5.5

Games

Rush Yds

506

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 8

RBJacksonville Jaguars#99PPG LEADER

Tank Bigsby

PPG

8.6

Games

Rush Yds

745

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Nick Chubb

Tank Bigsby

Head to Head

5.5 PPG8.6 PPG

15 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Nick Chubb: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #59 at the position). Tank Bigsby: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Nick Chubb is producing at 25% of elite pace and Tank Bigsby at 39%. That ranking gap means Nick Chubb carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Nick Chubb vs Tank Bigsby: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Nick Chubb and Tank Bigsby is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Houston Texans running back put up 5.5 PPG in 2025 over 15 games; Tank Bigsby of the Jacksonville Jaguars averaged 8.6 in 16. A 3.1-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 3.1 points favors Tank Bigsby, 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. Nick Chubb ran for 506 yards and 3 touchdowns; Tank Bigsby posted 745 and 6. 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: Nick Chubb sits Week 8 while Tank Bigsby is off Week 12. 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

Tank Bigsby is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Nick Chubb is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Nick Chubb (age 30, 7 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. Tank Bigsby (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Tank Bigsby outscored Nick Chubb by a projected 53 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tank Bigsby played 16 games in 2025 compared to Nick Chubb's 15. That durability gap means Tank Bigsby contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tank Bigsby scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Nick Chubb vs Tank Bigsby: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Nick Chubb	Tank Bigsby
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.5	8.6
Games Played	15	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	83	138
Rushing Yards	506	745
Rush Yds/Game	33.7	46.6
Rushing TDs	3	6
Receptions	13	12
Receiving Yards	67	85
Targets	20	0
Total TDs	3	6
Age	30	-
Experience	7 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 12

Summary

8.6 PPG for Tank Bigsby versus 5.5 for Nick Chubb in 2025. The baseline favors Tank Bigsby, 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.

Website vs App

Get the AI verdict on Nick Chubb vs Tank Bigsby

DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality, recent trends, injury impact, and game script to give you a clear start/sit recommendation.

See everything in the app →

Launch List

Get the live verdict on Nick Chubb vs Tank Bigsby

The DraftCall app delivers live game-day verdicts on every matchup. Join the launch list and we will email you the day it goes live for the 2026 NFL season, with your direct iOS and Android install links.

We will never share your email. Unsubscribe anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Nick Chubb or Tank Bigsby in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tank Bigsby has the edge at 8.6 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.

How many fantasy points did Nick Chubb and Tank Bigsby average in 2025?▾

Nick Chubb averaged 5.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Tank Bigsby averaged 8.6 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 3.1 points per game.

When are Nick Chubb and Tank Bigsby's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Nick Chubb (HOU) has a bye in Week 8, and Tank Bigsby (JAX) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Nick Chubb or Tank Bigsby a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Tank Bigsby outscored Nick Chubb by 3.1 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.