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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

De'Von Achane vs Tyler Higbee

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

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

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, De'Von Achane (18.1 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Tyler Higbee (6.5 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

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
16
Rush Yds
1,350
Rush TDs
8
Rec
67
Rec Yds
488
Bye
Week 12
TELos Angeles Rams#25
Tyler Higbee
PPG
6.5
Games
9
Rec
25
Rec Yds
281
Rec TDs
3
Targets
36
Bye
Week 8

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
De'Von Achane
Tyler Higbee

Head to Head

18.1 PPG6.5 PPG
16 GP9 GP
Bye: Week 12Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

De'Von Achane: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #5 at the position). Tyler Higbee: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #25 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 1 (Elite) RB is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE in most league formats.

De'Von Achane vs Tyler Higbee: Who Should You Start?

Comparing De'Von Achane (RB, Miami Dolphins) against Tyler Higbee (TE, Los Angeles Rams) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. De'Von Achane averaged 18.1 PPG in 2025 over 16 games, while Tyler Higbee posted 6.5 PPG across 9 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

De'Von Achane has his bye in Week 12, Tyler Higbee in Week 8. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

De'Von Achane is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Tyler Higbee 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. Tyler Higbee (age 33) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

  • De'Von Achane outscored Tyler Higbee by a projected 197 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • De'Von Achane played 16 games in 2025 compared to Tyler Higbee's 9. 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 9 years younger than Tyler Higbee (24 vs 33), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.
Detailed Stat Breakdown
StatAchaneHigbee
PPG (Half-PPR)18.16.5
Games Played169
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)29059
Rushing Yards1,3500
Rush Yds/Game84.40.0
Rushing TDs80
Receptions6725
Receiving Yards488281
Targets8536
Total TDs123
Age2433
Experience2 yrs9 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 12Week 8

Summary

18.1 PPG for De'Von Achane versus 6.5 for Tyler Higbee 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 Tyler Higbee in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, De'Von Achane has the edge at 18.1 PPG compared to Tyler Higbee's 6.5 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 Tyler Higbee average in 2025?

De'Von Achane averaged 18.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Tyler Higbee averaged 6.5 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 11.6 points per game.

When are De'Von Achane and Tyler Higbee's bye weeks in 2026?

De'Von Achane (MIA) has a bye in Week 12, and Tyler Higbee (LAR) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.