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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Chuba Hubbard vs Derrick Henry

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Derrick Henry is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Derrick Henry outscored Chuba Hubbard by 8.6 PPG in 2025 with 16 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Derrick Henry is the clear pick. Chuba Hubbard 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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RBCarolina Panthers#44

Chuba Hubbard

PPG

7.4

Games

Rush Yds

511

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

223

Bye

Week 14

RBBaltimore Ravens#7PPG LEADER

Derrick Henry

PPG

16.0

Games

Rush Yds

1,595

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

150

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Chuba Hubbard

Derrick Henry

Head to Head

7.4 PPG16.0 PPG

15 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Chuba Hubbard: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #44 at the position). Derrick Henry: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #7 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Chuba Hubbard is producing at 34% of elite pace and Derrick Henry at 73%. That ranking gap means Derrick Henry carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Chuba Hubbard vs Derrick Henry: Who Should You Start?

The numbers tell a clear story here. Derrick Henry put up 16.0 fantasy points per game for the Baltimore Ravens in 2025, while Chuba Hubbard managed 7.4 across 15 games with the Carolina Panthers. A 8.6-point weekly edge is substantial at the running back position.

That 8.6-point weekly advantage for Derrick Henry 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 profile as early-down workhorses. Chuba Hubbard ran for 511 yards and 1 touchdowns; Derrick Henry posted 1595 and 16. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Chuba Hubbard sits Week 14 while Derrick Henry is off Week 7. 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

Derrick Henry is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Chuba Hubbard is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Chuba Hubbard (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Derrick Henry (age 32, 9 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Derrick Henry outscored Chuba Hubbard by a projected 146 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Derrick Henry played 17 games in 2025 compared to Chuba Hubbard's 15. That durability gap means Derrick Henry contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Derrick Henry scored 16 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.9 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Chuba Hubbard is 6 years younger than Derrick Henry (26 vs 32), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatHubbardHenry

PPG (Half-PPR)7.416.0

Games Played1517

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)111272

Rushing Yards5111,595

Rush Yds/Game34.193.8

Rushing TDs116

Receptions3015

Receiving Yards223150

Targets3921

Total TDs416

Age2632

Experience4 yrs9 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 14Week 7

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Derrick Henry at 16.0 PPG, 8.6 points per game above Chuba Hubbard's 7.4. 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 Chuba Hubbard or Derrick Henry in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Derrick Henry has the edge at 16.0 PPG compared to Chuba Hubbard's 7.4 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 Chuba Hubbard and Derrick Henry average in 2025?▾

Chuba Hubbard averaged 7.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Derrick Henry averaged 16.0 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 8.6 points per game.

When are Chuba Hubbard and Derrick Henry's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Chuba Hubbard (CAR) has a bye in Week 14, and Derrick Henry (BAL) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Chuba Hubbard or Derrick Henry a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Derrick Henry outscored Chuba Hubbard by 8.6 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.