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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

De'Von Achane vs Nick Chubb

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. Nick Chubb (5.5 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster De'Von Achane as the starter and Nick Chubb 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

RBHouston Texans#59

Nick Chubb

PPG

5.5

Games

Rush Yds

506

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

De'Von Achane

Nick Chubb

Head to Head

18.1 PPG5.5 PPG

16 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 12Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

De'Von Achane: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #5 at the position). Nick Chubb: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #59 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, De'Von Achane is producing at 82% of elite pace and Nick Chubb at 25%. That ranking gap means De'Von Achane carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

De'Von Achane vs Nick Chubb: 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 Nick Chubb (Houston Texans, 5.5 PPG) by 12.6 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

De'Von Achane carries a 12.6-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 Nick Chubb profiles as a more traditional rusher with 506 rushing yards and 3 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 Nick Chubb Week 6. 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. Nick Chubb 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. Nick Chubb (age 30, 7 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•De'Von Achane outscored Nick Chubb by a projected 214 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•De'Von Achane played 16 games in 2025 compared to Nick Chubb's 15. 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.
•De'Von Achane is 6 years younger than Nick Chubb (24 vs 30), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatAchaneChubb

PPG (Half-PPR)18.15.5

Games Played1615

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)29083

Rushing Yards1,350506

Rush Yds/Game84.433.7

Rushing TDs83

Receptions6713

Receiving Yards48867

Targets8520

Total TDs123

Age2430

Experience2 yrs7 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 12Week 6

Summary

Based on 2025 production, De'Von Achane holds the PPG edge with strong output at 18.1 points per game. Nick Chubb averaged 5.5 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 Nick Chubb in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, De'Von Achane has the edge at 18.1 PPG compared to Nick Chubb's 5.5 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 Nick Chubb average in 2025?▾

De'Von Achane averaged 18.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Nick Chubb averaged 5.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 12.6 points per game.

When are De'Von Achane and Nick Chubb's bye weeks in 2026?▾

De'Von Achane (MIA) has a bye in Week 12, and Nick Chubb (HOU) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is De'Von Achane or Nick Chubb a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

De'Von Achane outscored Nick Chubb by 12.6 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.