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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Jahmyr Gibbs vs Jake Ferguson

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Jahmyr Gibbs is the better fantasy play this season.

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Jahmyr Gibbs (19.3 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Jake Ferguson (8.7 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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RBDetroit Lions#4PPG LEADER

Jahmyr Gibbs

PPG

19.3

Games

Rush Yds

1,223

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

616

Bye

Week 8

TEDallas Cowboys#14

Jake Ferguson

PPG

8.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

600

Rec TDs

Targets

102

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Jahmyr Gibbs

Jake Ferguson

Head to Head

19.3 PPG8.7 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Jahmyr Gibbs: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #4 at the position). Jake Ferguson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #14 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 3 (Flex/Starter) TE in most league formats.

Jahmyr Gibbs vs Jake Ferguson: Who Should You Start?

Comparing Jahmyr Gibbs (RB, Detroit Lions) against Jake Ferguson (TE, Dallas Cowboys) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Jahmyr Gibbs averaged 19.3 PPG in 2025 over 17 games, while Jake Ferguson posted 8.7 PPG across 17 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.

Jahmyr Gibbs has his bye in Week 8, Jake Ferguson in Week 10. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire Jahmyr Gibbs at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Jake Ferguson is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Jahmyr Gibbs (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Jake Ferguson (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Jahmyr Gibbs outscored Jake Ferguson by a projected 180 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jahmyr Gibbs scored 18 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.1 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Jake Ferguson caught 82 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatGibbsFerguson

PPG (Half-PPR)19.38.7

Games Played1717

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)328148

Rushing Yards1,2231

Rush Yds/Game71.90.1

Rushing TDs130

Receptions7782

Receiving Yards616600

Targets94102

Total TDs188

Age2427

Experience2 yrs3 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 8Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Jahmyr Gibbs holds the PPG edge with strong output at 19.3 points per game. Jake Ferguson averaged 8.7 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 Jahmyr Gibbs or Jake Ferguson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jahmyr Gibbs has the edge at 19.3 PPG compared to Jake Ferguson's 8.7 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 Jahmyr Gibbs and Jake Ferguson average in 2025?▾

Jahmyr Gibbs averaged 19.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Jake Ferguson averaged 8.7 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 10.6 points per game.

When are Jahmyr Gibbs and Jake Ferguson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jahmyr Gibbs (DET) has a bye in Week 8, and Jake Ferguson (DAL) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.