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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Trey Benson vs Tyjae SpearsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Trey Benson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.2 PPG to Tyjae Spears's 6.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Trey Benson is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Trey Benson edges Tyjae Spears by 0.3 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Trey Benson goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

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RBArizona Cardinals#46PPG LEADER

Trey Benson

PPG

7.2

Games

Rush Yds

160

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 14

RBTennessee Titans#48

Tyjae Spears

PPG

6.9

Games

Rush Yds

283

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

264

Bye

Week 9

The Edge Chart

Trey Benson

Tyjae Spears

Head to Head

7.2 PPG6.9 PPG

4 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

Trey Benson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #46 at the position). Tyjae Spears: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #48 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Trey Benson is producing at 33% of elite pace and Tyjae Spears at 31%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Trey Benson vs Tyjae Spears: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Trey Benson finished the 2025 season at 7.2 PPG over 4 games with the Arizona Cardinals, while Tyjae Spears clocked in at 6.9 across 13 appearances for the Tennessee Titans. A 0.3-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.

Tyjae Spears is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 45 targets into 264 yards, while Trey Benson profiles as a more traditional rusher with 160 rushing yards and undefined touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Tyjae Spears carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Trey Benson is off Week 14 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

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: Trey Benson (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?

•Trey Benson outscored Tyjae Spears by a projected 5 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyjae Spears played 13 games in 2025 compared to Trey Benson's 4. That durability gap means Tyjae Spears contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•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

Trey Benson vs Tyjae Spears: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Trey Benson	Tyjae Spears
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.2	6.9
Games Played	4	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	29	90
Rushing Yards	160	283
Rush Yds/Game	40.0	21.8
Rushing TDs	0	2
Receptions	13	45
Receiving Yards	64	264
Targets	16	50
Total TDs	0	2
Age	23	24
Experience	1 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 9

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Trey Benson holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 7.2 points per game. Tyjae Spears averaged 6.9 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Trey Benson or Tyjae Spears in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Trey Benson has the edge at 7.2 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 Trey Benson and Tyjae Spears average in 2025?▾

Trey Benson averaged 7.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 4 games in 2025. Tyjae Spears averaged 6.9 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 0.3 points per game.

When are Trey Benson and Tyjae Spears's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Trey Benson (ARI) has a bye in Week 14, and Tyjae Spears (TEN) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Trey Benson or Tyjae Spears a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Trey Benson outscored Tyjae Spears by 0.3 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.