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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Aaron Jones vs Cordarrelle PattersonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Aaron Jones is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.7 PPG to Cordarrelle Patterson's 5.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Aaron Jones is the better fantasy play this season.

Aaron Jones is the better play on a neutral week. 8.7 PPG with 747 yards gives a reliable baseline. Cordarrelle Patterson at 5.5 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Aaron Jones higher, but do not fade Cordarrelle Patterson entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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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

RBPittsburgh Steelers#99

Cordarrelle Patterson

PPG

5.5

Games

Rush Yds

225

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

142

Bye

Week 9

The Edge Chart

Aaron Jones

Cordarrelle Patterson

Head to Head

8.7 PPG5.5 PPG

12 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

Aaron Jones: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #34 at the position). Cordarrelle Patterson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Aaron Jones is producing at 40% of elite pace and Cordarrelle Patterson at 25%. That ranking gap means Aaron Jones carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Aaron Jones vs Cordarrelle Patterson: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Aaron Jones and Cordarrelle Patterson for your lineup, you are not alone. Aaron Jones finished the 2025 season at 8.7 PPG for the Minnesota Vikings (12 games), and Cordarrelle Patterson averaged 5.5 for the Pittsburgh Steelers (15 games).

That 3.2-point weekly advantage for Aaron Jones is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Aaron Jones ran for 548 yards and 2 touchdowns; Cordarrelle Patterson posted 225 and 2. 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 Cordarrelle Patterson Week 9. 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

Aaron Jones is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Cordarrelle Patterson is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Aaron Jones (age 31, 8 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. Cordarrelle Patterson (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Aaron Jones outscored Cordarrelle Patterson by a projected 54 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Cordarrelle Patterson played 15 games in 2025 compared to Aaron Jones's 12. That durability gap means Cordarrelle Patterson 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Aaron Jones vs Cordarrelle Patterson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Aaron Jones	Cordarrelle Patterson
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.7	5.5
Games Played	12	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	104	83
Rushing Yards	548	225
Rush Yds/Game	45.7	15.0
Rushing TDs	2	2
Receptions	28	18
Receiving Yards	199	142
Targets	41	0
Total TDs	3	3
Age	31	-
Experience	8 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 9

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Aaron Jones at 8.7 PPG, 3.2 points per game above Cordarrelle Patterson's 5.5. 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 Cordarrelle Patterson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Aaron Jones has the edge at 8.7 PPG compared to Cordarrelle Patterson's 5.5 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 Cordarrelle Patterson average in 2025?▾

Aaron Jones averaged 8.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Cordarrelle Patterson averaged 5.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 3.2 points per game.

When are Aaron Jones and Cordarrelle Patterson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Aaron Jones (MIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Cordarrelle Patterson (PIT) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Aaron Jones or Cordarrelle Patterson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Aaron Jones outscored Cordarrelle Patterson by 3.2 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.