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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Colby Parkinson vs De'Von Achane

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

De'Von Achane is the better fantasy play this season.

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, De'Von Achane (18.1 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Colby Parkinson (7.7 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.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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TELos Angeles Rams#21
Colby Parkinson
PPG
7.7
Games
14
Rec
43
Rec Yds
408
Rec TDs
8
Targets
56
Bye
Week 8
RBMiami Dolphins#5PPG LEADER
De'Von Achane
PPG
18.1
Games
16
Rush Yds
1,350
Rush TDs
8
Rec
67
Rec Yds
488
Bye
Week 12

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Colby Parkinson
De'Von Achane

Head to Head

7.7 PPG18.1 PPG
14 GP16 GP
Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Colby Parkinson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #21 at the position). De'Von Achane: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #5 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 1 (Elite) RB in most league formats.

Colby Parkinson vs De'Von Achane: Who Should You Start?

Comparing Colby Parkinson (TE, Los Angeles Rams) against De'Von Achane (RB, Miami Dolphins) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Colby Parkinson averaged 7.7 PPG in 2025 over 14 games, while De'Von Achane posted 18.1 PPG across 16 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.

Colby Parkinson has his bye in Week 8, De'Von Achane in Week 12. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

De'Von Achane is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Colby Parkinson is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Colby Parkinson (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. De'Von Achane (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

  • De'Von Achane outscored Colby Parkinson by a projected 177 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • De'Von Achane played 16 games in 2025 compared to Colby Parkinson's 14. That durability gap means De'Von Achane contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • De'Von Achane scored 12 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
  • De'Von Achane saw 85 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
Detailed Stat Breakdown
StatParkinsonAchane
PPG (Half-PPR)7.718.1
Games Played1416
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)108290
Rushing Yards01,350
Rush Yds/Game0.084.4
Rushing TDs08
Receptions4367
Receiving Yards408488
Targets5685
Total TDs812
Age2724
Experience5 yrs2 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 8Week 12

Summary

18.1 PPG for De'Von Achane versus 7.7 for Colby Parkinson in 2025. The baseline favors De'Von Achane, 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 Colby Parkinson or De'Von Achane in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, De'Von Achane has the edge at 18.1 PPG compared to Colby Parkinson's 7.7 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 Colby Parkinson and De'Von Achane average in 2025?

Colby Parkinson averaged 7.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. De'Von Achane averaged 18.1 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 10.4 points per game.

When are Colby Parkinson and De'Von Achane's bye weeks in 2026?

Colby Parkinson (LAR) has a bye in Week 8, and De'Von Achane (MIA) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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