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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Rhamondre Stevenson vs Zonovan KnightWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Rhamondre Stevenson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.6 PPG to Zonovan Knight's 6.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Rhamondre Stevenson is the better fantasy play this season.

Rhamondre Stevenson is the better play on a neutral week. 11.6 PPG with 948 yards gives a reliable baseline. Zonovan Knight at 6.8 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Rhamondre Stevenson higher, but do not fade Zonovan Knight entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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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

RBArizona Cardinals#99

Zonovan Knight

PPG

6.8

Games

Rush Yds

269

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

160

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Rhamondre Stevenson

Zonovan Knight

Head to Head

11.6 PPG6.8 PPG

14 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Rhamondre Stevenson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #22 at the position). Zonovan Knight: 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 Zonovan Knight at 31%. That ranking gap means Rhamondre Stevenson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Rhamondre Stevenson vs Zonovan Knight: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Rhamondre Stevenson and Zonovan Knight is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The New England Patriots running back put up 11.6 PPG in 2025 over 14 games; Zonovan Knight of the Arizona Cardinals averaged 6.8 in 12. A 4.8-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 4.8 points favors Rhamondre Stevenson, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Rhamondre Stevenson ran for 603 yards and 7 touchdowns; Zonovan Knight posted 269 and 4. 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 11 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

Rhamondre Stevenson is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Zonovan Knight 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. Zonovan Knight (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Rhamondre Stevenson outscored Zonovan Knight by a projected 82 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Rhamondre Stevenson played 14 games in 2025 compared to Zonovan Knight's 12. That durability gap means Rhamondre Stevenson 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.
•Both players share a Week 11 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Rhamondre Stevenson vs Zonovan Knight: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Rhamondre Stevenson	Zonovan Knight
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.6	6.8
Games Played	14	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	162	82
Rushing Yards	603	269
Rush Yds/Game	43.1	22.4
Rushing TDs	7	4
Receptions	32	22
Receiving Yards	345	160
Targets	37	31
Total TDs	9	5
Age	28	25
Experience	4 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 11

Summary

11.6 PPG for Rhamondre Stevenson versus 6.8 for Zonovan Knight in 2025. The baseline favors Rhamondre Stevenson, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Rhamondre Stevenson or Zonovan Knight in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Rhamondre Stevenson has the edge at 11.6 PPG compared to Zonovan Knight's 6.8 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 Zonovan Knight average in 2025?▾

Rhamondre Stevenson averaged 11.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Zonovan Knight averaged 6.8 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 4.8 points per game.

Do Rhamondre Stevenson and Zonovan Knight share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Rhamondre Stevenson and Zonovan Knight share a Week 11 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is Rhamondre Stevenson or Zonovan Knight a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Rhamondre Stevenson outscored Zonovan Knight by 4.8 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.