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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

David Montgomery vs Jahmyr Gibbs

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Jahmyr Gibbs is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Jahmyr Gibbs outscored David Montgomery by 10.2 PPG in 2025 with 18 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Jahmyr Gibbs is the clear pick. David Montgomery 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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RBDetroit Lions#33

David Montgomery

PPG

9.1

Games

Rush Yds

716

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

192

Bye

Week 8

RBDetroit Lions#4PPG LEADER

Jahmyr Gibbs

PPG

19.3

Games

Rush Yds

1,223

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

616

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

David Montgomery

Jahmyr Gibbs

Head to Head

9.1 PPG19.3 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

David Montgomery: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #33 at the position). Jahmyr Gibbs: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #4 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, David Montgomery is producing at 41% of elite pace and Jahmyr Gibbs at 88%. That ranking gap means Jahmyr Gibbs carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

David Montgomery vs Jahmyr Gibbs: Who Should You Start?

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Jahmyr Gibbs (Detroit Lions) averaged 19.3 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring David Montgomery (Detroit Lions, 9.1 PPG) by 10.2 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

That 10.2-point weekly advantage for Jahmyr Gibbs 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.

Jahmyr Gibbs is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 77 targets into 616 yards, while David Montgomery profiles as a more traditional rusher with 716 rushing yards and 8 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Jahmyr Gibbs carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

Both share a Week 8 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking running backs this deep on your bench, plan your replacement running back early.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Jahmyr Gibbs is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. David Montgomery is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: David Montgomery (age 28, 6 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. Jahmyr Gibbs (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Jahmyr Gibbs outscored David Montgomery by a projected 173 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jahmyr Gibbs scored 18 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.1 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Jahmyr Gibbs caught 77 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Jahmyr Gibbs is 4 years younger than David Montgomery (24 vs 28), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.
•Both players share a Week 8 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatMontgomeryGibbs

PPG (Half-PPR)9.119.3

Games Played1717

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)155328

Rushing Yards7161,223

Rush Yds/Game42.171.9

Rushing TDs813

Receptions2477

Receiving Yards192616

Targets2994

Total TDs918

Age2824

Experience6 yrs2 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 8Week 8

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jahmyr Gibbs at 19.3 PPG, 10.2 points per game above David Montgomery's 9.1. 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 David Montgomery or Jahmyr Gibbs in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jahmyr Gibbs has the edge at 19.3 PPG compared to David Montgomery's 9.1 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 David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs average in 2025?▾

David Montgomery averaged 9.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Jahmyr Gibbs averaged 19.3 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 10.2 points per game.

Do David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs share a bye week?▾

Yes, both David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs share a Week 8 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is David Montgomery or Jahmyr Gibbs a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Jahmyr Gibbs outscored David Montgomery by 10.2 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.