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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

De'Von Achane vs Rhamondre Stevenson

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. Rhamondre Stevenson (11.6 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster De'Von Achane as the starter and Rhamondre Stevenson 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

RBNew England Patriots#22

Rhamondre Stevenson

PPG

11.6

Games

Rush Yds

603

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

345

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

De'Von Achane

Rhamondre Stevenson

Head to Head

18.1 PPG11.6 PPG

16 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 12Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

De'Von Achane: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #5 at the position). Rhamondre Stevenson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #22 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, De'Von Achane is producing at 82% of elite pace and Rhamondre Stevenson at 53%. That ranking gap means De'Von Achane carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

De'Von Achane vs Rhamondre Stevenson: Who Should You Start?

The numbers tell a clear story here. De'Von Achane put up 18.1 fantasy points per game for the Miami Dolphins in 2025, while Rhamondre Stevenson managed 11.6 across 14 games with the New England Patriots. A 6.5-point weekly edge is substantial at the running back position.

De'Von Achane carries a 6.5-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 Rhamondre Stevenson profiles as a more traditional rusher with 603 rushing yards and 7 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 Rhamondre Stevenson is off Week 14. 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

If you can acquire De'Von Achane at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Rhamondre Stevenson 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. Rhamondre Stevenson (age 28, 4 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•De'Von Achane outscored Rhamondre Stevenson by a projected 111 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•De'Von Achane played 16 games in 2025 compared to Rhamondre Stevenson's 14. 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 4 years younger than Rhamondre Stevenson (24 vs 28), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatAchaneStevenson

PPG (Half-PPR)18.111.6

Games Played1614

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)290162

Rushing Yards1,350603

Rush Yds/Game84.443.1

Rushing TDs87

Receptions6732

Receiving Yards488345

Targets8537

Total TDs129

Age2428

Experience2 yrs4 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 12Week 14

Summary

Based on 2025 production, De'Von Achane holds the PPG edge with strong output at 18.1 points per game. Rhamondre Stevenson averaged 11.6 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 Rhamondre Stevenson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, De'Von Achane has the edge at 18.1 PPG compared to Rhamondre Stevenson's 11.6 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 Rhamondre Stevenson average in 2025?▾

De'Von Achane averaged 18.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Rhamondre Stevenson averaged 11.6 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 6.5 points per game.

When are De'Von Achane and Rhamondre Stevenson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

De'Von Achane (MIA) has a bye in Week 12, and Rhamondre Stevenson (NE) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is De'Von Achane or Rhamondre Stevenson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

De'Von Achane outscored Rhamondre Stevenson by 6.5 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.