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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

TreVeyon Henderson vs Tyjae SpearsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

TreVeyon Henderson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.1 PPG to Tyjae Spears's 6.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

TreVeyon Henderson is the better fantasy play this season.

TreVeyon Henderson is the better play on a neutral week. 11.1 PPG with 1,132 yards gives a reliable baseline. Tyjae Spears at 6.9 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft TreVeyon Henderson higher, but do not fade Tyjae Spears entirely.

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

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RBNew England Patriots#24PPG LEADER

TreVeyon Henderson

PPG

11.1

Games

Rush Yds

911

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

221

Bye

Week 11

RBTennessee Titans#48

Tyjae Spears

PPG

6.9

Games

Rush Yds

283

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

264

Bye

Week 9

The Edge Chart

TreVeyon Henderson

Tyjae Spears

Head to Head

11.1 PPG6.9 PPG

17 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

TreVeyon Henderson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #24 at the position). Tyjae Spears: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #48 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, TreVeyon Henderson is producing at 50% of elite pace and Tyjae Spears at 31%. That ranking gap means TreVeyon Henderson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

TreVeyon Henderson vs Tyjae Spears: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between TreVeyon Henderson and Tyjae Spears for your lineup, you are not alone. TreVeyon Henderson finished the 2025 season at 11.1 PPG for the New England Patriots (17 games), and Tyjae Spears averaged 6.9 for the Tennessee Titans (13 games).

That 4.2-point weekly advantage for TreVeyon Henderson 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.

Tyjae Spears is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 45 targets into 264 yards, while TreVeyon Henderson profiles as a more traditional rusher with 911 rushing yards and 9 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Tyjae Spears carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: TreVeyon Henderson is off Week 11 and Tyjae Spears Week 9. 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

TreVeyon Henderson is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Tyjae Spears is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: TreVeyon Henderson (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Tyjae Spears (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•TreVeyon Henderson outscored Tyjae Spears by a projected 71 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•TreVeyon Henderson played 17 games in 2025 compared to Tyjae Spears's 13. That durability gap means TreVeyon Henderson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•TreVeyon Henderson scored 10 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Tyjae Spears caught 45 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

TreVeyon Henderson vs Tyjae Spears: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	TreVeyon Henderson	Tyjae Spears
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.1	6.9
Games Played	17	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	189	90
Rushing Yards	911	283
Rush Yds/Game	53.6	21.8
Rushing TDs	9	2
Receptions	35	45
Receiving Yards	221	264
Targets	42	50
Total TDs	10	2
Age	23	24
Experience	-	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 9

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor TreVeyon Henderson at 11.1 PPG, 4.2 points per game above Tyjae Spears's 6.9. 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 TreVeyon Henderson or Tyjae Spears in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, TreVeyon Henderson has the edge at 11.1 PPG compared to Tyjae Spears's 6.9 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 TreVeyon Henderson and Tyjae Spears average in 2025?▾

TreVeyon Henderson averaged 11.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tyjae Spears averaged 6.9 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 4.2 points per game.

When are TreVeyon Henderson and Tyjae Spears's bye weeks in 2026?▾

TreVeyon Henderson (NE) has a bye in Week 11, and Tyjae Spears (TEN) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is TreVeyon Henderson or Tyjae Spears a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

TreVeyon Henderson outscored Tyjae Spears by 4.2 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.