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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Alexander Mattison vs Ezekiel ElliottWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Ezekiel Elliott is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.2 PPG to Alexander Mattison's 5.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Ezekiel Elliott is the better fantasy play this season.

Ezekiel Elliott is the better play on a neutral week. 7.2 PPG with 580 yards gives a reliable baseline. Alexander Mattison at 5.3 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Ezekiel Elliott higher, but do not fade Alexander Mattison entirely.

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

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RBLas Vegas Raiders#99

Alexander Mattison

PPG

5.3

Games

Rush Yds

255

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 10

RBDallas Cowboys#99PPG LEADER

Ezekiel Elliott

PPG

7.2

Games

Rush Yds

452

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

128

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Alexander Mattison

Ezekiel Elliott

Head to Head

5.3 PPG7.2 PPG

14 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Alexander Mattison: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Ezekiel Elliott: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Alexander Mattison is producing at 24% of elite pace and Ezekiel Elliott at 33%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Alexander Mattison vs Ezekiel Elliott: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Alexander Mattison and Ezekiel Elliott is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Las Vegas Raiders running back put up 5.3 PPG in 2025 over 14 games; Ezekiel Elliott of the Dallas Cowboys averaged 7.2 in 14. A 1.9-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 1.9 points favors Ezekiel Elliott, 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.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Alexander Mattison ran for 255 yards and 2 touchdowns; Ezekiel Elliott posted 452 and 3. 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: Alexander Mattison is off Week 10 and Ezekiel Elliott Week 7. 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: Alexander Mattison (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Ezekiel Elliott (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Ezekiel Elliott outscored Alexander Mattison by a projected 32 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ezekiel Elliott scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Alexander Mattison vs Ezekiel Elliott: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Alexander Mattison	Ezekiel Elliott
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.3	7.2
Games Played	14	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	74	101
Rushing Yards	255	452
Rush Yds/Game	18.2	32.3
Rushing TDs	2	3
Receptions	14	18
Receiving Yards	95	128
Targets	0	0
Total TDs	2	3
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 7

Summary

7.2 PPG for Ezekiel Elliott versus 5.3 for Alexander Mattison in 2025. The baseline favors Ezekiel Elliott, 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 Alexander Mattison or Ezekiel Elliott in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Ezekiel Elliott has the edge at 7.2 PPG compared to Alexander Mattison's 5.3 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 Alexander Mattison and Ezekiel Elliott average in 2025?▾

Alexander Mattison averaged 5.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Ezekiel Elliott averaged 7.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 1.9 points per game.

When are Alexander Mattison and Ezekiel Elliott's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Alexander Mattison (LV) has a bye in Week 10, and Ezekiel Elliott (DAL) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Alexander Mattison or Ezekiel Elliott a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Ezekiel Elliott outscored Alexander Mattison by 1.9 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.