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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

RJ Harvey vs Ty ChandlerWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

RJ Harvey is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.8 PPG to Ty Chandler's 5.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

RJ Harvey is the better fantasy play this season.

RJ Harvey is the better play on a neutral week. 10.8 PPG with 896 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 RJ Harvey higher, but do not fade Ty Chandler entirely.

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

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RBDenver Broncos#27PPG LEADER

RJ Harvey

PPG

10.8

Games

Rush Yds

540

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

356

Bye

Week 10

RBMinnesota Vikings#99

Ty Chandler

PPG

5.9

Games

Rush Yds

265

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

135

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

RJ Harvey

Ty Chandler

Head to Head

10.8 PPG5.9 PPG

17 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

RJ Harvey: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #27 at the position). Ty Chandler: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, RJ Harvey is producing at 49% of elite pace and Ty Chandler at 27%. That ranking gap means RJ Harvey carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

RJ Harvey vs Ty Chandler: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between RJ Harvey and Ty Chandler is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Denver Broncos running back put up 10.8 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Ty Chandler of the Minnesota Vikings averaged 5.9 in 14. A 4.9-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 4.9 points favors RJ Harvey, 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.

RJ Harvey is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 47 targets into 356 yards, while Ty Chandler profiles as a more traditional rusher with 265 rushing yards and 2 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: RJ Harvey sits Week 10 while Ty Chandler is off Week 6. 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

RJ Harvey is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Ty Chandler is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: RJ Harvey (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Ty Chandler (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•RJ Harvey outscored Ty Chandler by a projected 83 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•RJ Harvey played 17 games in 2025 compared to Ty Chandler'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

RJ Harvey vs Ty Chandler: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	RJ Harvey	Ty Chandler
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.8	5.9
Games Played	17	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	184	83
Rushing Yards	540	265
Rush Yds/Game	31.8	18.9
Rushing TDs	7	2
Receptions	47	18
Receiving Yards	356	135
Targets	58	0
Total TDs	12	3
Age	25	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 6

Summary

10.8 PPG for RJ Harvey versus 5.9 for Ty Chandler in 2025. The baseline favors RJ Harvey, 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 RJ Harvey or Ty Chandler in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, RJ Harvey has the edge at 10.8 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 RJ Harvey and Ty Chandler average in 2025?▾

RJ Harvey averaged 10.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Ty Chandler averaged 5.9 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 4.9 points per game.

When are RJ Harvey and Ty Chandler's bye weeks in 2026?▾

RJ Harvey (DEN) has a bye in Week 10, and Ty Chandler (MIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is RJ Harvey or Ty Chandler a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

RJ Harvey outscored Ty Chandler by 4.9 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.