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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Aaron Jones vs Audric EstiméWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Aaron Jones is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.7 PPG to Audric Estimé's 8.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Aaron Jones is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Aaron Jones and Audric Estimé are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.3-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBMinnesota Vikings#34PPG LEADER

Aaron Jones

PPG

8.7

Games

Rush Yds

548

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

199

Bye

Week 6

RBNew Orleans Saints#35

Audric Estimé

PPG

8.4

Games

Rush Yds

198

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

103

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Aaron Jones

Audric Estimé

Head to Head

8.7 PPG8.4 PPG

12 GP5 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Aaron Jones: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #34 at the position). Audric Estimé: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #35 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Aaron Jones is producing at 40% of elite pace and Audric Estimé at 38%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Aaron Jones vs Audric Estimé: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Aaron Jones finished the 2025 season at 8.7 PPG over 12 games with the Minnesota Vikings, while Audric Estimé clocked in at 8.4 across 5 appearances for the New Orleans Saints. A 0.3-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Aaron Jones ran for 548 yards and 2 touchdowns; Audric Estimé posted 198 and 1. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

One scheduling note: Aaron Jones is off Week 6 and Audric Estimé Week 8. 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

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Aaron Jones (age 31, 8 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. Audric Estimé (age 22) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Aaron Jones outscored Audric Estimé by a projected 5 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Aaron Jones played 12 games in 2025 compared to Audric Estimé's 5. That durability gap means Aaron Jones contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Aaron Jones scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Audric Estimé is 9 years younger than Aaron Jones (22 vs 31), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Aaron Jones vs Audric Estimé: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Aaron Jones	Audric Estimé
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.7	8.4
Games Played	12	5
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	104	42
Rushing Yards	548	198
Rush Yds/Game	45.7	39.6
Rushing TDs	2	1
Receptions	28	12
Receiving Yards	199	103
Targets	41	13
Total TDs	3	1
Age	31	22
Experience	8 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 8

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Aaron Jones at 8.7 PPG, 0.3 points per game above Audric Estimé's 8.4. 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 Aaron Jones or Audric Estimé in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Aaron Jones has the edge at 8.7 PPG compared to Audric Estimé's 8.4 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 Aaron Jones and Audric Estimé average in 2025?▾

Aaron Jones averaged 8.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Audric Estimé averaged 8.4 PPG over 5 games. That is a difference of 0.3 points per game.

When are Aaron Jones and Audric Estimé's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Aaron Jones (MIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Audric Estimé (NO) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Aaron Jones or Audric Estimé a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Aaron Jones outscored Audric Estimé by 0.3 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.