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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Raheim Sanders vs Rhamondre StevensonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Rhamondre Stevenson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.6 PPG to Raheim Sanders's 4.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Rhamondre Stevenson is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Rhamondre Stevenson outscored Raheim Sanders by 6.9 PPG in 2025 with 9 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Rhamondre Stevenson is the clear pick. Raheim Sanders 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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RBCleveland Browns#99

Raheim Sanders

PPG

4.7

Games

Rush Yds

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 10

RBNew England Patriots#22PPG LEADER

Rhamondre Stevenson

PPG

11.6

Games

Rush Yds

603

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

345

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Raheim Sanders

Rhamondre Stevenson

Head to Head

4.7 PPG11.6 PPG

4 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Raheim Sanders: 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, Raheim Sanders is producing at 21% 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.

Raheim Sanders vs Rhamondre Stevenson: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Rhamondre Stevenson (New England Patriots) averaged 11.6 PPG over 14 games in 2025, outscoring Raheim Sanders (Cleveland Browns, 4.7 PPG) by 6.9 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

That 6.9-point weekly advantage for Rhamondre Stevenson is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Raheim Sanders ran for 92 yards and 1 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: Raheim Sanders is off Week 10 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

Rhamondre Stevenson is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Raheim Sanders is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Raheim Sanders (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Rhamondre Stevenson (age 28, 4 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Rhamondre Stevenson outscored Raheim Sanders by a projected 117 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Rhamondre Stevenson played 14 games in 2025 compared to Raheim Sanders's 4. That durability gap means Rhamondre Stevenson 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.
•Raheim Sanders is 5 years younger than Rhamondre Stevenson (23 vs 28), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Raheim Sanders vs Rhamondre Stevenson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Raheim Sanders	Rhamondre Stevenson
PPG (Half-PPR)	4.7	11.6
Games Played	4	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	19	162
Rushing Yards	92	603
Rush Yds/Game	23.0	43.1
Rushing TDs	1	7
Receptions	3	32
Receiving Yards	21	345
Targets	4	37
Total TDs	1	9
Age	23	28
Experience	1 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Rhamondre Stevenson at 11.6 PPG, 6.9 points per game above Raheim Sanders's 4.7. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Raheim Sanders or Rhamondre Stevenson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Rhamondre Stevenson has the edge at 11.6 PPG compared to Raheim Sanders's 4.7 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 Raheim Sanders and Rhamondre Stevenson average in 2025?▾

Raheim Sanders averaged 4.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 4 games in 2025. Rhamondre Stevenson averaged 11.6 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 6.9 points per game.

When are Raheim Sanders and Rhamondre Stevenson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Raheim Sanders (CLE) has a bye in Week 10, and Rhamondre Stevenson (NE) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Raheim Sanders or Rhamondre Stevenson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Rhamondre Stevenson outscored Raheim Sanders by 6.9 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.