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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Derrick Henry vs Sean Tucker

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 Sean Tucker by 9.8 PPG in 2025 with 16 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Derrick Henry is the clear pick. Sean Tucker 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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RBBaltimore Ravens#7PPG LEADER

Derrick Henry

PPG

16.0

Games

Rush Yds

1,595

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

150

Bye

Week 7

RBTampa Bay Buccaneers#52

Sean Tucker

PPG

6.2

Games

Rush Yds

320

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 9

The Edge Chart

Derrick Henry

Sean Tucker

Head to Head

16.0 PPG6.2 PPG

17 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

Derrick Henry: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #7 at the position). Sean Tucker: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #52 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Derrick Henry is producing at 73% of elite pace and Sean Tucker at 28%. That ranking gap means Derrick Henry carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Derrick Henry vs Sean Tucker: 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 Sean Tucker managed 6.2 across 14 games with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. A 9.8-point weekly edge is substantial at the running back position.

The per-game difference of 9.8 points favors Derrick Henry, 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. Derrick Henry ran for 1595 yards and 16 touchdowns; Sean Tucker posted 320 and 7. 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: Derrick Henry sits Week 7 while Sean Tucker is off Week 9. 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. Sean Tucker is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Derrick Henry (age 32, 9 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. Sean Tucker (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Derrick Henry outscored Sean Tucker by a projected 167 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Derrick Henry played 17 games in 2025 compared to Sean Tucker's 14. 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.
•Sean Tucker is 8 years younger than Derrick Henry (24 vs 32), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatHenryTucker

PPG (Half-PPR)16.06.2

Games Played1714

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)27287

Rushing Yards1,595320

Rush Yds/Game93.822.9

Rushing TDs167

Receptions158

Receiving Yards15034

Targets2111

Total TDs168

Age3224

Experience9 yrs2 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 7Week 9

Summary

16.0 PPG for Derrick Henry versus 6.2 for Sean Tucker in 2025. The baseline favors Derrick Henry, 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 Derrick Henry or Sean Tucker in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Derrick Henry has the edge at 16.0 PPG compared to Sean Tucker's 6.2 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 Derrick Henry and Sean Tucker average in 2025?▾

Derrick Henry averaged 16.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Sean Tucker averaged 6.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 9.8 points per game.

When are Derrick Henry and Sean Tucker's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Derrick Henry (BAL) has a bye in Week 7, and Sean Tucker (TB) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Derrick Henry or Sean Tucker a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Derrick Henry outscored Sean Tucker by 9.8 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.