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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

Rhamondre Stevenson vs Tetairoa McMillanWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Rhamondre Stevenson over Tetairoa McMillan in 2026.

Rhamondre Stevenson averaged 11.6 PPG in 2025 to Tetairoa McMillan's 10.5, a 1.1 point per game edge. Stevenson posted that edge in only 14 games, so the per-game ceiling is real but watch his availability. Rhamondre Stevenson is Tier 5 among running backs, Tetairoa McMillan is Tier 3 among wide receivers.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Rhamondre Stevenson (11.6 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Tetairoa McMillan (10.5 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

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

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RBNew England Patriots#22PPG LEADER

Rhamondre Stevenson

PPG

11.6

Games

Rush Yds

603

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

345

Bye

Week 11

WRCarolina Panthers#26

Tetairoa McMillan

PPG

10.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,014

Rec TDs

Targets

122

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Rhamondre Stevenson

Tetairoa McMillan

Head to Head

11.6 PPG10.5 PPG

14 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Rhamondre Stevenson: Tier 5 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #22 at the position). Tetairoa McMillan: Tier 3 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #26 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 5 (Flex/Starter) RB is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 3 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR in most league formats.

Rhamondre Stevenson vs Tetairoa McMillan: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Rhamondre Stevenson (RB, New England Patriots) against Tetairoa McMillan (WR, Carolina Panthers) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Rhamondre Stevenson averaged 11.6 PPG in 2025 over 14 games, while Tetairoa McMillan posted 10.5 PPG across 17 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

Rhamondre Stevenson has his bye in Week 11, Tetairoa McMillan in Week 5. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

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: Rhamondre Stevenson (age 28, 4 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. Tetairoa McMillan (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Rhamondre Stevenson outscored Tetairoa McMillan by a projected 19 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tetairoa McMillan played 17 games in 2025 compared to Rhamondre Stevenson's 14. That durability gap means Tetairoa McMillan contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Rhamondre Stevenson scored 9 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Tetairoa McMillan caught 70 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Tetairoa McMillan is 5 years younger than Rhamondre Stevenson (23 vs 28), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Rhamondre Stevenson vs Tetairoa McMillan: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Rhamondre Stevenson	Tetairoa McMillan
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.6	10.5
Games Played	14	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	162	179
Rushing Yards	603	0
Rush Yds/Game	43.1	0.0
Rushing TDs	7	0
Receptions	32	70
Receiving Yards	345	1,014
Targets	37	122
Total TDs	9	7
Age	28	23
Experience	4 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 5

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Rhamondre Stevenson at 11.6 PPG, 1.1 points per game above Tetairoa McMillan's 10.5. 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 Rhamondre Stevenson or Tetairoa McMillan in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Rhamondre Stevenson has the edge at 11.6 PPG compared to Tetairoa McMillan's 10.5 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 Rhamondre Stevenson and Tetairoa McMillan average in 2025?▾

Rhamondre Stevenson averaged 11.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Tetairoa McMillan averaged 10.5 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.1 points per game.

When are Rhamondre Stevenson and Tetairoa McMillan's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Rhamondre Stevenson (NE) has a bye in Week 11, and Tetairoa McMillan (CAR) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.