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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Jahmyr Gibbs vs Jake Tonges

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 Tonges (8.5 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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RBDetroit Lions#4PPG LEADER
Jahmyr Gibbs
PPG
19.3
Games
17
Rush Yds
1,223
Rush TDs
13
Rec
77
Rec Yds
616
Bye
Week 8
TESan Francisco 49ers#15
Jake Tonges
PPG
8.5
Games
9
Rec
34
Rec Yds
293
Rec TDs
5
Targets
46
Bye
Week 14

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Jahmyr Gibbs
Jake Tonges

Head to Head

19.3 PPG8.5 PPG
17 GP9 GP
Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Jahmyr Gibbs: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #4 at the position). Jake Tonges: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #15 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 Tonges: Who Should You Start?

Comparing Jahmyr Gibbs (RB, Detroit Lions) against Jake Tonges (TE, San Francisco 49ers) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Jahmyr Gibbs averaged 19.3 PPG in 2025 over 17 games, while Jake Tonges posted 8.5 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.

Jahmyr Gibbs has his bye in Week 8, Jake Tonges in Week 14. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Jahmyr Gibbs is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Jake Tonges is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Jahmyr Gibbs (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Jake Tonges (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

  • Jahmyr Gibbs outscored Jake Tonges by a projected 184 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Jahmyr Gibbs played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jake Tonges's 9. That durability gap means Jahmyr Gibbs contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Jahmyr Gibbs scored 18 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.1 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
  • Jahmyr Gibbs caught 77 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
Detailed Stat Breakdown
StatGibbsTonges
PPG (Half-PPR)19.38.5
Games Played179
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)32877
Rushing Yards1,2230
Rush Yds/Game71.90.0
Rushing TDs130
Receptions7734
Receiving Yards616293
Targets9446
Total TDs185
Age2426
Experience2 yrs3 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 8Week 14

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jahmyr Gibbs at 19.3 PPG, 10.8 points per game above Jake Tonges's 8.5. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Jahmyr Gibbs or Jake Tonges in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Jahmyr Gibbs has the edge at 19.3 PPG compared to Jake Tonges's 8.5 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 Jahmyr Gibbs and Jake Tonges average in 2025?

Jahmyr Gibbs averaged 19.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Jake Tonges averaged 8.5 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 10.8 points per game.

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

Jahmyr Gibbs (DET) has a bye in Week 8, and Jake Tonges (SF) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.