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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Jahmyr Gibbs vs TreVeyon Henderson

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. TreVeyon Henderson (11.1 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Jahmyr Gibbs as the starter and TreVeyon Henderson 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

RBNew England Patriots#24

TreVeyon Henderson

PPG

11.1

Games

Rush Yds

911

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

221

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Jahmyr Gibbs

TreVeyon Henderson

Head to Head

19.3 PPG11.1 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Jahmyr Gibbs: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #4 at the position). TreVeyon Henderson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #24 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Jahmyr Gibbs is producing at 88% of elite pace and TreVeyon Henderson at 50%. That ranking gap means Jahmyr Gibbs carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jahmyr Gibbs vs TreVeyon Henderson: Who Should You Start?

The numbers tell a clear story here. Jahmyr Gibbs put up 19.3 fantasy points per game for the Detroit Lions in 2025, while TreVeyon Henderson managed 11.1 across 17 games with the New England Patriots. A 8.2-point weekly edge is substantial at the running back position.

Jahmyr Gibbs carries a 8.2-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.

Jahmyr Gibbs is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 77 targets into 616 yards, while TreVeyon Henderson profiles as a more traditional rusher with 911 rushing yards and 9 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Jahmyr Gibbs carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Jahmyr Gibbs sits Week 8 while TreVeyon Henderson 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 Jahmyr Gibbs at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. TreVeyon Henderson 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. TreVeyon Henderson (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Jahmyr Gibbs outscored TreVeyon Henderson by a projected 139 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.
•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▾

StatGibbsHenderson

PPG (Half-PPR)19.311.1

Games Played1717

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)328189

Rushing Yards1,223911

Rush Yds/Game71.953.6

Rushing TDs139

Receptions7735

Receiving Yards616221

Targets9442

Total TDs1810

Age2423

Experience2 yrs-

Bye WeekWeek 8Week 14

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Jahmyr Gibbs holds the PPG edge with strong output at 19.3 points per game. TreVeyon Henderson averaged 11.1 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 TreVeyon Henderson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jahmyr Gibbs has the edge at 19.3 PPG compared to TreVeyon Henderson's 11.1 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 TreVeyon Henderson average in 2025?▾

Jahmyr Gibbs averaged 19.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. TreVeyon Henderson averaged 11.1 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 8.2 points per game.

When are Jahmyr Gibbs and TreVeyon Henderson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Jahmyr Gibbs or TreVeyon Henderson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Jahmyr Gibbs outscored TreVeyon Henderson by 8.2 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.