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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Ray Davis vs Tank BigsbyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tank Bigsby is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.6 PPG to Ray Davis's 7.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tank Bigsby is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Tank Bigsby and Ray Davis are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.8-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

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RBBuffalo Bills#99

Ray Davis

PPG

7.8

Games

Rush Yds

425

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

168

Bye

Week 12

RBJacksonville Jaguars#99PPG LEADER

Tank Bigsby

PPG

8.6

Games

Rush Yds

745

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Ray Davis

Tank Bigsby

Head to Head

7.8 PPG8.6 PPG

15 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 12Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Ray Davis: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Tank Bigsby: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Ray Davis is producing at 35% of elite pace and Tank Bigsby at 39%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Ray Davis vs Tank Bigsby: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Ray Davis finished the 2025 season at 7.8 PPG over 15 games with the Buffalo Bills, while Tank Bigsby clocked in at 8.6 across 16 appearances for the Jacksonville Jaguars. A 0.8-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. Ray Davis ran for 425 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.

Both share a Week 12 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking running backs this deep on your bench, plan your replacement running back early.

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: Ray Davis (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Tank Bigsby (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Tank Bigsby outscored Ray Davis by a projected 14 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tank Bigsby played 16 games in 2025 compared to Ray Davis'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.
•Both players share a Week 12 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Ray Davis vs Tank Bigsby: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Ray Davis	Tank Bigsby
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.8	8.6
Games Played	15	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	117	138
Rushing Yards	425	745
Rush Yds/Game	28.3	46.6
Rushing TDs	3	6
Receptions	22	12
Receiving Yards	168	85
Targets	0	0
Total TDs	4	6
Bye Week	Week 12	Week 12

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Tank Bigsby at 8.6 PPG, 0.8 points per game above Ray Davis's 7.8. 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 Ray Davis or Tank Bigsby in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tank Bigsby has the edge at 8.6 PPG compared to Ray Davis's 7.8 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 Ray Davis and Tank Bigsby average in 2025?▾

Ray Davis averaged 7.8 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 0.8 points per game.

Do Ray Davis and Tank Bigsby share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Ray Davis and Tank Bigsby share a Week 12 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is Ray Davis or Tank Bigsby a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Tank Bigsby outscored Ray Davis by 0.8 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.