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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Rhamondre Stevenson vs RJ HarveyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Rhamondre Stevenson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.6 PPG to RJ Harvey's 10.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Rhamondre Stevenson is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Rhamondre Stevenson edges RJ Harvey by 0.8 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, Rhamondre Stevenson 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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RBNew England Patriots#22PPG LEADER

Rhamondre Stevenson

PPG

11.6

Games

Rush Yds

603

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

345

Bye

Week 11

RBDenver Broncos#27

RJ Harvey

PPG

10.8

Games

Rush Yds

540

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

356

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Rhamondre Stevenson

RJ Harvey

Head to Head

11.6 PPG10.8 PPG

14 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Rhamondre Stevenson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #22 at the position). RJ Harvey: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #27 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Rhamondre Stevenson is producing at 53% of elite pace and RJ Harvey at 49%. That ranking gap means Rhamondre Stevenson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Rhamondre Stevenson vs RJ Harvey: The Full Breakdown

Rhamondre Stevenson (11.6 PPG) and RJ Harvey (10.8 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two running backs are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Rhamondre Stevenson played 14 games for the New England Patriots; RJ Harvey suited up 17 times for the Denver Broncos.

A 0.8-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

RJ Harvey is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 47 targets into 356 yards, while Rhamondre Stevenson profiles as a more traditional rusher with 603 rushing yards and 7 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats RJ Harvey carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Rhamondre Stevenson sits Week 11 while RJ Harvey is off Week 10. 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

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: Rhamondre Stevenson (age 28, 4 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. RJ Harvey (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Rhamondre Stevenson outscored RJ Harvey by a projected 14 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•RJ Harvey played 17 games in 2025 compared to Rhamondre Stevenson's 14. That durability gap means RJ Harvey contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•RJ Harvey scored 12 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.7 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•RJ Harvey caught 47 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Rhamondre Stevenson vs RJ Harvey: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Rhamondre Stevenson	RJ Harvey
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.6	10.8
Games Played	14	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	162	184
Rushing Yards	603	540
Rush Yds/Game	43.1	31.8
Rushing TDs	7	7
Receptions	32	47
Receiving Yards	345	356
Targets	37	58
Total TDs	9	12
Age	28	25
Experience	4 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 10

Summary

Rhamondre Stevenson outscored RJ Harvey by 0.8 PPG in 2025 (11.6 to 10.8). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Rhamondre Stevenson or RJ Harvey in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Rhamondre Stevenson has the edge at 11.6 PPG compared to RJ Harvey's 10.8 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 Rhamondre Stevenson and RJ Harvey average in 2025?▾

Rhamondre Stevenson averaged 11.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. RJ Harvey averaged 10.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.8 points per game.

When are Rhamondre Stevenson and RJ Harvey's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Rhamondre Stevenson or RJ Harvey a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Rhamondre Stevenson outscored RJ Harvey 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.