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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Alexander Mattison vs Ty JohnsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Alexander Mattison is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 5.3 PPG to Ty Johnson's 5.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Alexander Mattison is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Alexander Mattison and Ty Johnson are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.1-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#99PPG LEADER

Alexander Mattison

PPG

5.3

Games

Rush Yds

255

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 10

RBBuffalo Bills#99

Ty Johnson

PPG

5.2

Games

Rush Yds

200

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

263

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Alexander Mattison

Ty Johnson

Head to Head

5.3 PPG5.2 PPG

14 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Alexander Mattison: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Ty Johnson: 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 Ty Johnson at 24%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Alexander Mattison vs Ty Johnson: The Full Breakdown

Alexander Mattison (5.3 PPG) and Ty Johnson (5.2 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two running backs are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Alexander Mattison played 14 games for the Las Vegas Raiders; Ty Johnson suited up 17 times for the Buffalo Bills.

A 0.1-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Alexander Mattison ran for 255 yards and 2 touchdowns; Ty Johnson posted 200 and 3. 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 Ty Johnson is off Week 12. 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. Ty Johnson (age 28, 7 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Alexander Mattison outscored Ty Johnson by a projected 2 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ty Johnson played 17 games in 2025 compared to Alexander Mattison's 14. That durability gap means Ty Johnson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Ty Johnson scored 5 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 Ty Johnson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Alexander Mattison	Ty Johnson
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.3	5.2
Games Played	14	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	74	88
Rushing Yards	255	200
Rush Yds/Game	18.2	11.8
Rushing TDs	2	3
Receptions	14	24
Receiving Yards	95	263
Targets	0	33
Total TDs	2	5
Age	-	28
Experience	-	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 12

Summary

5.3 PPG for Alexander Mattison versus 5.2 for Ty Johnson in 2025. The baseline favors Alexander Mattison, 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 Ty Johnson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Alexander Mattison has the edge at 5.3 PPG compared to Ty Johnson's 5.2 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 Ty Johnson average in 2025?▾

Alexander Mattison averaged 5.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Ty Johnson averaged 5.2 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.1 points per game.

When are Alexander Mattison and Ty Johnson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Alexander Mattison (LV) has a bye in Week 10, and Ty Johnson (BUF) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Alexander Mattison or Ty Johnson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Alexander Mattison outscored Ty Johnson by 0.1 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.