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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Jahmyr Gibbs vs Jaylen Warren

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Jahmyr Gibbs is the better fantasy play this season.

Jahmyr Gibbs is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 19.3 PPG and 1,839 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Jaylen Warren (12.3 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Jahmyr Gibbs as the starter and Jaylen Warren as depth.

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

RBPittsburgh Steelers#18

Jaylen Warren

PPG

12.3

Games

Rush Yds

958

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

333

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Jahmyr Gibbs

Jaylen Warren

Head to Head

19.3 PPG12.3 PPG

17 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Jahmyr Gibbs: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #4 at the position). Jaylen Warren: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #18 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Jahmyr Gibbs is producing at 88% of elite pace and Jaylen Warren at 56%. That ranking gap means Jahmyr Gibbs carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jahmyr Gibbs vs Jaylen Warren: Who Should You Start?

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Jahmyr Gibbs (Detroit Lions) averaged 19.3 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring Jaylen Warren (Pittsburgh Steelers, 12.3 PPG) by 7.0 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

Jahmyr Gibbs carries a 7.0-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.

Both are three-down backs with real passing-game roles. Jahmyr Gibbs caught 77 balls for 616 yards, and Jaylen Warren hauled in 40 for 333. That receiving workload gives them high PPR floors even in games where the ground attack gets stuffed, and it is why both stay on the field in obvious passing situations.

One scheduling note: Jahmyr Gibbs is off Week 8 and Jaylen Warren Week 5. 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 Jahmyr Gibbs at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Jaylen Warren 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. Jaylen Warren (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Jahmyr Gibbs outscored Jaylen Warren by a projected 119 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jahmyr Gibbs played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jaylen Warren's 16. 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▾

StatGibbsWarren

PPG (Half-PPR)19.312.3

Games Played1716

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)328197

Rushing Yards1,223958

Rush Yds/Game71.959.9

Rushing TDs136

Receptions7740

Receiving Yards616333

Targets9445

Total TDs188

Age2427

Experience2 yrs3 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 8Week 5

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Jahmyr Gibbs holds the PPG edge with strong output at 19.3 points per game. Jaylen Warren averaged 12.3 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 Jaylen Warren in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jahmyr Gibbs has the edge at 19.3 PPG compared to Jaylen Warren's 12.3 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 Jaylen Warren average in 2025?▾

Jahmyr Gibbs averaged 19.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Jaylen Warren averaged 12.3 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 7.0 points per game.

When are Jahmyr Gibbs and Jaylen Warren's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jahmyr Gibbs (DET) has a bye in Week 8, and Jaylen Warren (PIT) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jahmyr Gibbs or Jaylen Warren a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Jahmyr Gibbs outscored Jaylen Warren by 7.0 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.