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Alexander Mattison or Gus EdwardsWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

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Start Gus Edwards over Alexander Mattison in 2026.

Gus Edwards averaged 7.0 PPG in 2025 to Alexander Mattison's 5.3, a 1.7 point per game edge. Both play running backs, so that per-game gap is the cleanest tiebreaker for a 2026 start or sit.

The Bottom Line

Gus Edwards has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 1.7-PPG advantage is real (7.0 to 5.3), and Gus Edwards's 4 touchdowns show scoring upside. Alexander Mattison is the buy-low candidate if recent production has dipped, because the talent gap is smaller than the numbers suggest.

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

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RBLas Vegas Raiders

Alexander Mattison

PPG

5.3

Games

Rush Yds

255

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 10

RBLos Angeles ChargersPPG LEADER

Gus Edwards

PPG

7.0

Games

Rush Yds

468

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Alexander Mattison

Gus Edwards

Head to Head

5.3 PPG7.0 PPG

14 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Alexander Mattison: Unranked RB. Gus Edwards: Unranked RB. Among the top 50 running backs this season, Alexander Mattison is producing at 24% of elite pace and Gus Edwards at 32%. That per-game gap means Gus Edwards carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Alexander Mattison vs Gus Edwards: The Full Breakdown

Two running backs who will land on plenty of the same rosters in 2026. Alexander Mattison (Las Vegas Raiders) finished the 2025 season averaging 5.3 fantasy points per game in 14 games. Gus Edwards (Los Angeles Chargers) came in at 7.0 PPG over 13 games. The gap is real but not insurmountable with the right matchup.

Gus Edwards carries a 1.7-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Alexander Mattison ran for 255 yards and 2 touchdowns; Gus Edwards posted 468 and 4. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Alexander Mattison sits Week 10 while Gus Edwards is off Week 5. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

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. Gus Edwards (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Gus Edwards outscored Alexander Mattison by a projected 29 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Alexander Mattison played 14 games in 2025 compared to Gus Edwards's 13. That durability gap means Alexander Mattison contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Gus Edwards scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Alexander Mattison vs Gus Edwards: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Alexander Mattison	Gus Edwards
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.3	7.0
Games Played	14	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	74	91
Rushing Yards	255	468
Rush Yds/Game	18.2	36.0
Rushing TDs	2	4
Receptions	14	10
Receiving Yards	95	62
Targets	0	0
Total TDs	2	4
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 5

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Gus Edwards holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 7.0 points per game. Alexander Mattison averaged 5.3 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Alexander Mattison or Gus Edwards in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Gus Edwards has the edge at 7.0 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.

Should I draft Alexander Mattison or Gus Edwards in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Gus Edwards is the earlier pick. He averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game in 2025 to Alexander Mattison's 5.3, a 1.7 point per game edge over a full season. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did Alexander Mattison and Gus Edwards average in 2025?▾

Alexander Mattison averaged 5.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Gus Edwards averaged 7.0 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 1.7 points per game.

When are Alexander Mattison and Gus Edwards's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Alexander Mattison (LV) has a bye in Week 10, and Gus Edwards (LAC) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Alexander Mattison or Gus Edwards a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Gus Edwards outscored Alexander Mattison by 1.7 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.