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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Ray Davis vs Ty ChandlerWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Ray Davis is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.8 PPG to Ty Chandler's 5.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Ray Davis is the better fantasy play this season.

Ray Davis is the better play on a neutral week. 7.8 PPG with 593 yards gives a reliable baseline. Ty Chandler at 5.9 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Ray Davis higher, but do not fade Ty Chandler entirely.

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

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RBBuffalo Bills#99PPG LEADER

Ray Davis

PPG

7.8

Games

Rush Yds

425

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

168

Bye

Week 12

RBMinnesota Vikings#99

Ty Chandler

PPG

5.9

Games

Rush Yds

265

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

135

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Ray Davis

Ty Chandler

Head to Head

7.8 PPG5.9 PPG

15 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 12Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Ray Davis: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Ty Chandler: 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 Ty Chandler at 27%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Ray Davis vs Ty Chandler: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Ray Davis and Ty Chandler for your lineup, you are not alone. Ray Davis finished the 2025 season at 7.8 PPG for the Buffalo Bills (15 games), and Ty Chandler averaged 5.9 for the Minnesota Vikings (14 games).

That 1.9-point weekly advantage for Ray Davis 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. Ray Davis ran for 425 yards and 3 touchdowns; Ty Chandler posted 265 and 2. 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: Ray Davis is off Week 12 and Ty Chandler Week 6. 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: Ray Davis (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Ty Chandler (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Ray Davis outscored Ty Chandler by a projected 32 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ray Davis played 15 games in 2025 compared to Ty Chandler's 14. That durability gap means Ray Davis contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Ray Davis scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Ray Davis vs Ty Chandler: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Ray Davis	Ty Chandler
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.8	5.9
Games Played	15	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	117	83
Rushing Yards	425	265
Rush Yds/Game	28.3	18.9
Rushing TDs	3	2
Receptions	22	18
Receiving Yards	168	135
Targets	0	0
Total TDs	4	3
Bye Week	Week 12	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Ray Davis at 7.8 PPG, 1.9 points per game above Ty Chandler's 5.9. 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 Ty Chandler in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Ray Davis has the edge at 7.8 PPG compared to Ty Chandler's 5.9 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 Ty Chandler average in 2025?▾

Ray Davis averaged 7.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Ty Chandler averaged 5.9 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 1.9 points per game.

When are Ray Davis and Ty Chandler's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Ray Davis (BUF) has a bye in Week 12, and Ty Chandler (MIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Ray Davis or Ty Chandler a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Ray Davis outscored Ty Chandler by 1.9 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.