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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Aaron Jones vs Tyjae SpearsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Aaron Jones is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.7 PPG to Tyjae Spears's 6.9 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. Tyjae Spears at 6.9 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Aaron Jones higher, but do not fade Tyjae Spears entirely.

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

RBTennessee Titans#48

Tyjae Spears

PPG

6.9

Games

Rush Yds

283

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

264

Bye

Week 9

The Edge Chart

Aaron Jones

Tyjae Spears

Head to Head

8.7 PPG6.9 PPG

12 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

Aaron Jones: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #34 at the position). Tyjae Spears: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #48 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Aaron Jones is producing at 40% of elite pace and Tyjae Spears at 31%. That ranking gap means Aaron Jones carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Aaron Jones vs Tyjae Spears: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Aaron Jones and Tyjae Spears is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Minnesota Vikings running back put up 8.7 PPG in 2025 over 12 games; Tyjae Spears of the Tennessee Titans averaged 6.9 in 13. A 1.8-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 1.8 points favors Aaron Jones, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

Tyjae Spears is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 45 targets into 264 yards, while Aaron Jones profiles as a more traditional rusher with 548 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Tyjae Spears carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Aaron Jones is off Week 6 and Tyjae Spears 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

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. Tyjae Spears (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Aaron Jones outscored Tyjae Spears by a projected 31 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyjae Spears played 13 games in 2025 compared to Aaron Jones's 12. That durability gap means Tyjae Spears 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.
•Tyjae Spears caught 45 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Tyjae Spears is 7 years younger than Aaron Jones (24 vs 31), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Aaron Jones vs Tyjae Spears: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Aaron Jones	Tyjae Spears
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.7	6.9
Games Played	12	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	104	90
Rushing Yards	548	283
Rush Yds/Game	45.7	21.8
Rushing TDs	2	2
Receptions	28	45
Receiving Yards	199	264
Targets	41	50
Total TDs	3	2
Age	31	24
Experience	8 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 9

Summary

8.7 PPG for Aaron Jones versus 6.9 for Tyjae Spears in 2025. The baseline favors Aaron Jones, 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 Tyjae Spears in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Aaron Jones has the edge at 8.7 PPG compared to Tyjae Spears's 6.9 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 Tyjae Spears average in 2025?▾

Aaron Jones averaged 8.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Tyjae Spears averaged 6.9 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 1.8 points per game.

When are Aaron Jones and Tyjae Spears's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Aaron Jones or Tyjae Spears a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Aaron Jones outscored Tyjae Spears by 1.8 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.