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Aaron Jones or Austin EkelerWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

Aaron Jones is a Minnesota Vikings running back who averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game across 5 games in 2026. Austin Ekeler is a Washington Commanders running back who averaged 9.0 fantasy points per game across 14 games in 2026. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.

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RBMinnesota Vikings#17 RB
Aaron Jones
PPG
12.8
Games
5
Rush Yds
410
Rush TDs
2
Rec
12
Rec Yds
72
Bye
Week 6
RBWashington Commanders
Austin Ekeler
PPG
9.0
Games
14
Rush Yds
425
Rush TDs
3
Rec
45
Rec Yds
360
Bye
Week 14

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Aaron Jones vs Austin Ekeler: 2026 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatAaron JonesAustin Ekeler
PPG (Half-PPR)12.89.0
Games Played514
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)64126
Rushing Yards410425
Rush Yds/Game82.030.4
Rushing TDs23
Receptions1245
Receiving Yards72360
Targets180
Total TDs25
Age31-
Experience9 yrs-
Bye WeekWeek 6Week 14

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Aaron Jones or Austin Ekeler in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for Aaron Jones and Austin Ekeler is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Aaron Jones averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Austin Ekeler averaged 9.0.

Should I draft Aaron Jones or Austin Ekeler in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Aaron Jones averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game across 5 games in 2026, and Austin Ekeler averaged 9.0 across 14. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.

How many fantasy points did Aaron Jones and Austin Ekeler average in 2026?▾

Aaron Jones averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2026. Austin Ekeler averaged 9.0 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 3.8 points per game.

When are Aaron Jones and Austin Ekeler's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Aaron Jones (MIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Austin Ekeler (WAS) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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