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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Raheim Sanders vs Ty JohnsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Ty Johnson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 5.2 PPG to Raheim Sanders's 4.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Ty Johnson is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Ty Johnson edges Raheim Sanders by 0.5 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Ty Johnson goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBCleveland Browns#99

Raheim Sanders

PPG

4.7

Games

Rush Yds

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 10

RBBuffalo Bills#99PPG LEADER

Ty Johnson

PPG

5.2

Games

Rush Yds

200

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

263

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Raheim Sanders

Ty Johnson

Head to Head

4.7 PPG5.2 PPG

4 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Raheim Sanders: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Ty Johnson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Raheim Sanders is producing at 21% of elite pace and Ty Johnson at 24%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Raheim Sanders vs Ty Johnson: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Raheim Sanders finished the 2025 season at 4.7 PPG over 4 games with the Cleveland Browns, while Ty Johnson clocked in at 5.2 across 17 appearances for the Buffalo Bills. A 0.5-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Raheim Sanders ran for 92 yards and 1 touchdowns; Ty Johnson posted 200 and 3. 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 Ty Johnson Week 12. 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: Raheim Sanders (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Ty Johnson (age 28, 7 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Ty Johnson outscored Raheim Sanders by a projected 9 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ty Johnson played 17 games in 2025 compared to Raheim Sanders's 4. That durability gap means Ty Johnson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Ty Johnson scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Raheim Sanders is 5 years younger than Ty Johnson (23 vs 28), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Raheim Sanders vs Ty Johnson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Raheim Sanders	Ty Johnson
PPG (Half-PPR)	4.7	5.2
Games Played	4	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	19	88
Rushing Yards	92	200
Rush Yds/Game	23.0	11.8
Rushing TDs	1	3
Receptions	3	24
Receiving Yards	21	263
Targets	4	33
Total TDs	1	5
Age	23	28
Experience	1 yrs	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 12

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Ty Johnson holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 5.2 points per game. Raheim Sanders averaged 4.7 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 Raheim Sanders or Ty Johnson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Ty Johnson has the edge at 5.2 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 Ty Johnson average in 2025?▾

Raheim Sanders averaged 4.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 4 games in 2025. Ty Johnson averaged 5.2 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.5 points per game.

When are Raheim Sanders and Ty Johnson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Raheim Sanders (CLE) has a bye in Week 10, and Ty Johnson (BUF) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Raheim Sanders or Ty Johnson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Ty Johnson outscored Raheim Sanders by 0.5 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.