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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

De'Von Achane vs Isiah Pacheco

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

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

De'Von Achane is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 18.1 PPG and 1,838 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Isiah Pacheco (6.0 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster De'Von Achane as the starter and Isiah Pacheco as depth.

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

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RBMiami Dolphins#5PPG LEADER

De'Von Achane

PPG

18.1

Games

Rush Yds

1,350

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

488

Bye

Week 12

RBKansas City Chiefs#54

Isiah Pacheco

PPG

6.0

Games

Rush Yds

462

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

101

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

De'Von Achane

Isiah Pacheco

Head to Head

18.1 PPG6.0 PPG

16 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 12Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

De'Von Achane: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #5 at the position). Isiah Pacheco: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #54 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, De'Von Achane is producing at 82% of elite pace and Isiah Pacheco at 27%. That ranking gap means De'Von Achane carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

De'Von Achane vs Isiah Pacheco: Who Should You Start?

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. De'Von Achane (Miami Dolphins) averaged 18.1 PPG over 16 games in 2025, outscoring Isiah Pacheco (Kansas City Chiefs, 6.0 PPG) by 12.1 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

De'Von Achane carries a 12.1-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

De'Von Achane is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 67 targets into 488 yards, while Isiah Pacheco profiles as a more traditional rusher with 462 rushing yards and 1 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats De'Von Achane carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: De'Von Achane is off Week 12 and Isiah Pacheco Week 10. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in running back for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire De'Von Achane at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Isiah Pacheco is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: De'Von Achane (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Isiah Pacheco (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•De'Von Achane outscored Isiah Pacheco by a projected 206 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•De'Von Achane played 16 games in 2025 compared to Isiah Pacheco's 13. 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 caught 67 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatAchanePacheco

PPG (Half-PPR)18.16.0

Games Played1613

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)29078

Rushing Yards1,350462

Rush Yds/Game84.435.5

Rushing TDs81

Receptions6719

Receiving Yards488101

Targets8526

Total TDs122

Age2427

Experience2 yrs3 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 12Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, De'Von Achane holds the PPG edge with strong output at 18.1 points per game. Isiah Pacheco averaged 6.0 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start De'Von Achane or Isiah Pacheco in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, De'Von Achane has the edge at 18.1 PPG compared to Isiah Pacheco's 6.0 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 De'Von Achane and Isiah Pacheco average in 2025?▾

De'Von Achane averaged 18.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Isiah Pacheco averaged 6.0 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 12.1 points per game.

When are De'Von Achane and Isiah Pacheco's bye weeks in 2026?▾

De'Von Achane (MIA) has a bye in Week 12, and Isiah Pacheco (KC) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is De'Von Achane or Isiah Pacheco a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

De'Von Achane outscored Isiah Pacheco by 12.1 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.