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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Tank Bigsby vs Trey BensonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tank Bigsby is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.6 PPG to Trey Benson's 7.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tank Bigsby is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Tank Bigsby and Trey Benson are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.4-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBJacksonville Jaguars#99PPG LEADER

Tank Bigsby

PPG

8.6

Games

Rush Yds

745

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 12

RBArizona Cardinals#46

Trey Benson

PPG

7.2

Games

Rush Yds

160

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Tank Bigsby

Trey Benson

Head to Head

8.6 PPG7.2 PPG

16 GP4 GP

Bye: Week 12Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Tank Bigsby: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Trey Benson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #46 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Tank Bigsby is producing at 39% of elite pace and Trey Benson at 33%. That ranking gap means Trey Benson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Tank Bigsby vs Trey Benson: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Tank Bigsby finished the 2025 season at 8.6 PPG over 16 games with the Jacksonville Jaguars, while Trey Benson clocked in at 7.2 across 4 appearances for the Arizona Cardinals. A 1.4-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Tank Bigsby ran for 745 yards and 6 touchdowns; Trey Benson posted 160 and undefined. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

One scheduling note: Tank Bigsby is off Week 12 and Trey Benson Week 14. 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

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: Tank Bigsby (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Trey Benson (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Tank Bigsby outscored Trey Benson by a projected 24 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tank Bigsby played 16 games in 2025 compared to Trey Benson's 4. That durability gap means Tank Bigsby contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Tank Bigsby vs Trey Benson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Tank Bigsby	Trey Benson
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.6	7.2
Games Played	16	4
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	138	29
Rushing Yards	745	160
Rush Yds/Game	46.6	40.0
Rushing TDs	6	0
Receptions	12	13
Receiving Yards	85	64
Targets	0	16
Total TDs	6	0
Age	-	23
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 12	Week 14

Summary

8.6 PPG for Tank Bigsby versus 7.2 for Trey Benson in 2025. The baseline favors Tank Bigsby, 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 Tank Bigsby or Trey Benson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tank Bigsby has the edge at 8.6 PPG compared to Trey Benson's 7.2 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 Tank Bigsby and Trey Benson average in 2025?▾

Tank Bigsby averaged 8.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Trey Benson averaged 7.2 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 1.4 points per game.

When are Tank Bigsby and Trey Benson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Tank Bigsby (JAX) has a bye in Week 12, and Trey Benson (ARI) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Tank Bigsby or Trey Benson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Tank Bigsby outscored Trey Benson by 1.4 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.