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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Aaron Jones vs David MontgomeryWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

David Montgomery is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.1 PPG to Aaron Jones's 8.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

David Montgomery is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, David Montgomery and Aaron Jones are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.4-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#34

Aaron Jones

PPG

8.7

Games

Rush Yds

548

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

199

Bye

Week 6

RBDetroit Lions#33PPG LEADER

David Montgomery

PPG

9.1

Games

Rush Yds

716

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

192

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Aaron Jones

David Montgomery

Head to Head

8.7 PPG9.1 PPG

12 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Aaron Jones: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #34 at the position). David Montgomery: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #33 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Aaron Jones is producing at 40% of elite pace and David Montgomery at 41%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Aaron Jones vs David Montgomery: 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 David Montgomery clocked in at 9.1 across 17 appearances for the Detroit Lions. A 0.4-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; David Montgomery posted 716 and 8. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Both share a Week 6 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking running backs this deep on your bench, plan your replacement running back early.

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. David Montgomery (age 28, 6 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•David Montgomery outscored Aaron Jones by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•David Montgomery played 17 games in 2025 compared to Aaron Jones's 12. That durability gap means David Montgomery contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•David Montgomery scored 9 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Both players share a Week 6 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Aaron Jones vs David Montgomery: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Aaron Jones	David Montgomery
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.7	9.1
Games Played	12	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	104	155
Rushing Yards	548	716
Rush Yds/Game	45.7	42.1
Rushing TDs	2	8
Receptions	28	24
Receiving Yards	199	192
Targets	41	29
Total TDs	3	9
Age	31	28
Experience	8 yrs	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 6

Summary

9.1 PPG for David Montgomery versus 8.7 for Aaron Jones in 2025. The baseline favors David Montgomery, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Aaron Jones or David Montgomery in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, David Montgomery has the edge at 9.1 PPG compared to Aaron Jones's 8.7 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 David Montgomery average in 2025?▾

Aaron Jones averaged 8.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. David Montgomery averaged 9.1 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

Do Aaron Jones and David Montgomery share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Aaron Jones and David Montgomery share a Week 6 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is Aaron Jones or David Montgomery a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

David Montgomery outscored Aaron Jones by 0.4 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.