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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

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

RJ Harvey is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.8 PPG to Ty Johnson's 5.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

RJ Harvey is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. RJ Harvey outscored Ty Johnson by 5.6 PPG in 2025 with 12 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, RJ Harvey 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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RBDenver Broncos#27PPG LEADER

RJ Harvey

PPG

10.8

Games

Rush Yds

540

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

356

Bye

Week 10

RBBuffalo Bills#99

Ty Johnson

PPG

5.2

Games

Rush Yds

200

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

263

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

RJ Harvey

Ty Johnson

Head to Head

10.8 PPG5.2 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

RJ Harvey: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #27 at the position). Ty Johnson: 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 Johnson at 24%. That ranking gap means RJ Harvey carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

RJ Harvey vs Ty Johnson: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between RJ Harvey and Ty Johnson is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Denver Broncos running back put up 10.8 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Ty Johnson of the Buffalo Bills averaged 5.2 in 17. A 5.6-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.6 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 Johnson profiles as a more traditional rusher with 200 rushing yards and 3 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats RJ Harvey carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: RJ Harvey is off Week 10 and Ty Johnson Week 12. 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

RJ Harvey 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: RJ Harvey (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Ty Johnson (age 28, 7 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•RJ Harvey outscored Ty Johnson by a projected 95 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•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 Johnson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	RJ Harvey	Ty Johnson
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.8	5.2
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	184	88
Rushing Yards	540	200
Rush Yds/Game	31.8	11.8
Rushing TDs	7	3
Receptions	47	24
Receiving Yards	356	263
Targets	58	33
Total TDs	12	5
Age	25	28
Experience	-	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 12

Summary

10.8 PPG for RJ Harvey versus 5.2 for Ty Johnson 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 Johnson in fantasy football?▾

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

RJ Harvey averaged 10.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Ty Johnson averaged 5.2 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 5.6 points per game.

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

RJ Harvey (DEN) has a bye in Week 10, and Ty Johnson (BUF) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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

RJ Harvey outscored Ty Johnson by 5.6 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.