Head to head · RB · 2026
RJ Harvey vs Rico Dowdle
Who should you draft in 2026 fantasy football? Our machine learning model's projections, value over replacement (VBD), and the draft market's lean, refreshed every morning.
The model's pick
RJ Harvey
This one is a coin flip. The model leans RJ Harvey by 1.5 points of value over replacement (-0.2 vs -1.7), close enough that your roster build should break the tie.
The room sees it the other way: drafters take Rico Dowdle first (ADP 78.8 vs 89.1). If the model is right, RJ Harvey is the value pick, since the later cost buys the better 2026 projection.
| RJ Harvey | Rico Dowdle | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Team | DEN | PIT | |
| Overall rank | #73 | #74 | Harvey by 1 |
| Position rank | RB31 | RB32 | |
| Projected 2026 points (PPR) | 129.6 | 128.0 | Harvey +1.5 pts |
| Value over replacement (VBD) | -0.2 | -1.7 | Harvey +1.5 |
| Market ADP | 89.1 | 78.8 | Harvey +10.3 cheaper |
Should I draft RJ Harvey or Rico Dowdle in 2026 fantasy football?
RJ Harvey. He projects 129.6 fantasy points with -0.2 value over replacement, vs 128.0 points and -1.7 for Rico Dowdle (RB, PPR). It's close enough to let roster needs decide.