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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

De'Von Achane vs Josh Jacobs

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 the better play on a neutral week. 18.1 PPG with 1,838 yards gives a reliable baseline. Josh Jacobs at 14.6 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft De'Von Achane higher, but do not fade Josh Jacobs entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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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

RBGreen Bay Packers#8

Josh Jacobs

PPG

14.6

Games

Rush Yds

929

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

282

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

De'Von Achane

Josh Jacobs

Head to Head

18.1 PPG14.6 PPG

16 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 12Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

De'Von Achane: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #5 at the position). Josh Jacobs: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #8 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, De'Von Achane is producing at 82% of elite pace and Josh Jacobs at 66%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

De'Von Achane vs Josh Jacobs: Who Should You Start?

Deciding between De'Von Achane and Josh Jacobs is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Miami Dolphins running back put up 18.1 PPG in 2025 over 16 games; Josh Jacobs of the Green Bay Packers averaged 14.6 in 15. A 3.5-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 3.5 points favors De'Von Achane, 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.

De'Von Achane is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 67 targets into 488 yards, while Josh Jacobs profiles as a more traditional rusher with 929 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats De'Von Achane carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: De'Von Achane sits Week 12 while Josh Jacobs is off Week 5. 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

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

Did You Know?

•De'Von Achane outscored Josh Jacobs by a projected 60 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•De'Von Achane played 16 games in 2025 compared to Josh Jacobs's 15. That durability gap means De'Von Achane contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Josh Jacobs scored 14 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.9 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.
•De'Von Achane is 4 years younger than Josh Jacobs (24 vs 28), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatAchaneJacobs

PPG (Half-PPR)18.114.6

Games Played1615

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)290219

Rushing Yards1,350929

Rush Yds/Game84.461.9

Rushing TDs813

Receptions6736

Receiving Yards488282

Targets8544

Total TDs1214

Age2428

Experience2 yrs6 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 12Week 5

Summary

18.1 PPG for De'Von Achane versus 14.6 for Josh Jacobs 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 De'Von Achane or Josh Jacobs in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, De'Von Achane has the edge at 18.1 PPG compared to Josh Jacobs's 14.6 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 Josh Jacobs average in 2025?▾

De'Von Achane averaged 18.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Josh Jacobs averaged 14.6 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 3.5 points per game.

When are De'Von Achane and Josh Jacobs's bye weeks in 2026?▾

De'Von Achane (MIA) has a bye in Week 12, and Josh Jacobs (GB) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is De'Von Achane or Josh Jacobs a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

De'Von Achane outscored Josh Jacobs by 3.5 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.