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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Rhamondre Stevenson vs Ty JohnsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Rhamondre Stevenson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.6 PPG to Ty Johnson's 5.2 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 Ty Johnson by 6.4 PPG in 2025 with 9 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Rhamondre Stevenson is the clear pick. Ty Johnson 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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RBNew England Patriots#22PPG LEADER

Rhamondre Stevenson

PPG

11.6

Games

Rush Yds

603

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

345

Bye

Week 11

RBBuffalo Bills#99

Ty Johnson

PPG

5.2

Games

Rush Yds

200

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

263

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Rhamondre Stevenson

Ty Johnson

Head to Head

11.6 PPG5.2 PPG

14 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Rhamondre Stevenson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #22 at the position). Ty Johnson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Rhamondre Stevenson is producing at 53% of elite pace and Ty Johnson at 24%. That ranking gap means Rhamondre Stevenson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Rhamondre Stevenson vs Ty Johnson: The Full Breakdown

Rhamondre Stevenson and Ty Johnson are at different tiers heading into 2026. The New England Patriots running back averaged 11.6 PPG in 2025, a full 6.4 points per game ahead of Ty Johnson's 5.2 with the Buffalo Bills. That kind of gap doesn't close on matchup alone.

That 6.4-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. Rhamondre Stevenson ran for 603 yards and 7 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.

Rhamondre Stevenson has his bye in Week 11, and Ty Johnson rests in Week 12. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Rhamondre Stevenson is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Ty Johnson is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Rhamondre Stevenson (age 28, 4 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. Ty Johnson (age 28, 7 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Rhamondre Stevenson outscored Ty Johnson by a projected 109 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ty Johnson played 17 games in 2025 compared to Rhamondre Stevenson's 14. That durability gap means Ty Johnson 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Rhamondre Stevenson vs Ty Johnson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Rhamondre Stevenson	Ty Johnson
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.6	5.2
Games Played	14	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	162	88
Rushing Yards	603	200
Rush Yds/Game	43.1	11.8
Rushing TDs	7	3
Receptions	32	24
Receiving Yards	345	263
Targets	37	33
Total TDs	9	5
Age	28	28
Experience	4 yrs	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 12

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Rhamondre Stevenson at 11.6 PPG, 6.4 points per game above Ty Johnson's 5.2. 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 Rhamondre Stevenson or Ty Johnson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Rhamondre Stevenson has the edge at 11.6 PPG compared to Ty Johnson's 5.2 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 Ty Johnson average in 2025?▾

Rhamondre Stevenson averaged 11.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Ty Johnson averaged 5.2 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 6.4 points per game.

When are Rhamondre Stevenson and Ty Johnson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Rhamondre Stevenson (NE) has a bye in Week 11, and Ty Johnson (BUF) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Rhamondre Stevenson or Ty Johnson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Rhamondre Stevenson outscored Ty Johnson by 6.4 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.