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Updated June 5, 2026 from live stats

J.K. Dobbins vs Ray DavisWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

J.K. Dobbins is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.0 PPG to Ray Davis's 7.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

J.K. Dobbins is the better fantasy play this season.

J.K. Dobbins is the better play on a neutral week. 11.0 PPG with 809 yards gives a reliable baseline. Ray Davis at 7.8 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft J.K. Dobbins higher, but do not fade Ray Davis entirely.

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

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RBDenver Broncos#25PPG LEADER

J.K. Dobbins

PPG

11.0

Games

Rush Yds

772

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 10

RBBuffalo Bills#99

Ray Davis

PPG

7.8

Games

Rush Yds

425

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

168

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

J.K. Dobbins

Ray Davis

Head to Head

11.0 PPG7.8 PPG

10 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

J.K. Dobbins: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #25 at the position). Ray Davis: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, J.K. Dobbins is producing at 50% of elite pace and Ray Davis at 35%. That ranking gap means J.K. Dobbins carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

J.K. Dobbins vs Ray Davis: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between J.K. Dobbins and Ray Davis is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Denver Broncos running back put up 11.0 PPG in 2025 over 10 games; Ray Davis of the Buffalo Bills averaged 7.8 in 15. A 3.2-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 3.2 points favors J.K. Dobbins, 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.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. J.K. Dobbins ran for 772 yards and 4 touchdowns; Ray Davis posted 425 and 3. 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: J.K. Dobbins is off Week 10 and Ray Davis 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

J.K. Dobbins is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Ray Davis is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: J.K. Dobbins (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Ray Davis (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•J.K. Dobbins outscored Ray Davis by a projected 54 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ray Davis played 15 games in 2025 compared to J.K. Dobbins's 10. That durability gap means Ray Davis contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•J.K. Dobbins scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

J.K. Dobbins vs Ray Davis: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	J.K. Dobbins	Ray Davis
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.0	7.8
Games Played	10	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	110	117
Rushing Yards	772	425
Rush Yds/Game	77.2	28.3
Rushing TDs	4	3
Receptions	11	22
Receiving Yards	37	168
Targets	14	0
Total TDs	4	4
Age	27	-
Experience	5 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 12

Summary

11.0 PPG for J.K. Dobbins versus 7.8 for Ray Davis in 2025. The baseline favors J.K. Dobbins, 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 J.K. Dobbins or Ray Davis in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, J.K. Dobbins has the edge at 11.0 PPG compared to Ray Davis's 7.8 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 J.K. Dobbins and Ray Davis average in 2025?▾

J.K. Dobbins averaged 11.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 10 games in 2025. Ray Davis averaged 7.8 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 3.2 points per game.

When are J.K. Dobbins and Ray Davis's bye weeks in 2026?▾

J.K. Dobbins (DEN) has a bye in Week 10, and Ray Davis (BUF) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is J.K. Dobbins or Ray Davis a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

J.K. Dobbins outscored Ray Davis by 3.2 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.