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Updated June 5, 2026 from live stats

Ashton Jeanty vs Tyjae SpearsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Ashton Jeanty is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.8 PPG to Tyjae Spears's 6.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Ashton Jeanty is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Ashton Jeanty outscored Tyjae Spears by 5.9 PPG in 2025 with 10 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Ashton Jeanty is the clear pick. Tyjae Spears 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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RBLas Vegas Raiders#17PPG LEADER

Ashton Jeanty

PPG

12.8

Games

Rush Yds

975

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

346

Bye

Week 13

RBTennessee Titans#48

Tyjae Spears

PPG

6.9

Games

Rush Yds

283

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

264

Bye

Week 9

The Edge Chart

Ashton Jeanty

Tyjae Spears

Head to Head

12.8 PPG6.9 PPG

17 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

Ashton Jeanty: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #17 at the position). Tyjae Spears: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #48 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Ashton Jeanty is producing at 58% of elite pace and Tyjae Spears at 31%. That ranking gap means Ashton Jeanty carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Ashton Jeanty vs Tyjae Spears: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Ashton Jeanty and Tyjae Spears for your lineup, you are not alone. Ashton Jeanty finished the 2025 season at 12.8 PPG for the Las Vegas Raiders (17 games), and Tyjae Spears averaged 6.9 for the Tennessee Titans (13 games).

That 5.9-point weekly advantage for Ashton Jeanty 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.

Both are three-down backs with real passing-game roles. Ashton Jeanty caught 55 balls for 346 yards, and Tyjae Spears hauled in 45 for 264. That receiving workload gives them high PPR floors even in games where the ground attack gets stuffed, and it is why both stay on the field in obvious passing situations.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Ashton Jeanty sits Week 13 while Tyjae Spears is off Week 9. 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

Ashton Jeanty 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: Ashton Jeanty (age 22) 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?

•Ashton Jeanty outscored Tyjae Spears by a projected 100 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ashton Jeanty played 17 games in 2025 compared to Tyjae Spears's 13. That durability gap means Ashton Jeanty contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Ashton Jeanty scored 10 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Ashton Jeanty caught 55 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Ashton Jeanty vs Tyjae Spears: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Ashton Jeanty	Tyjae Spears
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.8	6.9
Games Played	17	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	218	90
Rushing Yards	975	283
Rush Yds/Game	57.4	21.8
Rushing TDs	5	2
Receptions	55	45
Receiving Yards	346	264
Targets	73	50
Total TDs	10	2
Age	22	24
Experience	-	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 9

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Ashton Jeanty at 12.8 PPG, 5.9 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 Ashton Jeanty or Tyjae Spears in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Ashton Jeanty has the edge at 12.8 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 Ashton Jeanty and Tyjae Spears average in 2025?▾

Ashton Jeanty averaged 12.8 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 5.9 points per game.

When are Ashton Jeanty and Tyjae Spears's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Ashton Jeanty (LV) has a bye in Week 13, and Tyjae Spears (TEN) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Ashton Jeanty or Tyjae Spears a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Ashton Jeanty outscored Tyjae Spears by 5.9 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.