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Alexander Mattison vs Jaylen WrightWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jaylen Wright is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.1 PPG to Alexander Mattison's 5.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jaylen Wright is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Jaylen Wright and Alexander Mattison are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.8-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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RBLas Vegas Raiders#99
Alexander Mattison
PPG
5.3
Games
14
Rush Yds
255
Rush TDs
2
Rec
14
Rec Yds
95
Bye
Week 10
RBMiami Dolphins#99PPG LEADER
Jaylen Wright
PPG
6.1
Games
14
Rush Yds
295
Rush TDs
2
Rec
12
Rec Yds
88
Bye
Week 6

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Alexander Mattison
Jaylen Wright

Head to Head

5.3 PPG6.1 PPG
14 GP14 GP
Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Alexander Mattison: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Jaylen Wright: 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 Jaylen Wright at 28%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Alexander Mattison vs Jaylen Wright: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Alexander Mattison and Jaylen Wright is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.8 PPG in 2025, this is one of those running back decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Alexander Mattison averaged 5.3 PPG with the Las Vegas Raiders across 14 games, and Jaylen Wright posted 6.1 with the Miami Dolphins in 14.

When two running backs are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Alexander Mattison ran for 255 yards and 2 touchdowns; Jaylen Wright posted 295 and 2. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Alexander Mattison has his bye in Week 10, and Jaylen Wright rests in Week 6. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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

Did You Know?

  • Jaylen Wright outscored Alexander Mattison by a projected 14 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Alexander Mattison scored 2 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.1 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Alexander Mattison vs Jaylen Wright: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatAlexander MattisonJaylen Wright
PPG (Half-PPR)5.36.1
Games Played1414
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)7485
Rushing Yards255295
Rush Yds/Game18.221.1
Rushing TDs22
Receptions1412
Receiving Yards9588
Targets00
Total TDs22
Bye WeekWeek 10Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jaylen Wright at 6.1 PPG, 0.8 points per game above Alexander Mattison's 5.3. 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 Alexander Mattison or Jaylen Wright in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Jaylen Wright has the edge at 6.1 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 Jaylen Wright average in 2025?

Alexander Mattison averaged 5.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Jaylen Wright averaged 6.1 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 0.8 points per game.

When are Alexander Mattison and Jaylen Wright's bye weeks in 2026?

Alexander Mattison (LV) has a bye in Week 10, and Jaylen Wright (MIA) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Alexander Mattison or Jaylen Wright a better fantasy running back in 2026?

Jaylen Wright outscored Alexander Mattison by 0.8 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.