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Alexander Mattison or Zamir WhiteWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Zamir White over Alexander Mattison in 2026.

Zamir White averaged 9.2 PPG in 2025 to Alexander Mattison's 5.3, a 3.9 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

Zamir White is the better play on a neutral week. 9.2 PPG with 753 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 Zamir White higher, but do not fade Alexander Mattison entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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RBLas Vegas Raiders

Alexander Mattison

PPG

5.3

Games

Rush Yds

255

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 10

RBLas Vegas RaidersPPG LEADER

Zamir White

PPG

9.2

Games

Rush Yds

628

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

125

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Alexander Mattison

Zamir White

Head to Head

5.3 PPG9.2 PPG

14 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Alexander Mattison: Unranked RB. Zamir White: Unranked RB. Among the top 50 running backs this season, Alexander Mattison is producing at 24% of elite pace and Zamir White at 42%. That per-game gap means Zamir White carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Alexander Mattison vs Zamir White: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Alexander Mattison and Zamir White is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Las Vegas Raiders running back put up 5.3 PPG in 2025 over 14 games; Zamir White of the Las Vegas Raiders averaged 9.2 in 13. A 3.9-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 3.9 points favors Zamir White, 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; Zamir White posted 628 and 4. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Both share a Week 10 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking running backs this deep on your bench, plan your replacement running back early.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Zamir White is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Alexander Mattison is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Alexander Mattison (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Zamir White (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Zamir White outscored Alexander Mattison by a projected 66 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Alexander Mattison played 14 games in 2025 compared to Zamir White's 13. That durability gap means Alexander Mattison contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Zamir White scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Both players share a Week 10 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Alexander Mattison vs Zamir White: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Alexander Mattison	Zamir White
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.3	9.2
Games Played	14	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	74	120
Rushing Yards	255	628
Rush Yds/Game	18.2	48.3
Rushing TDs	2	4
Receptions	14	18
Receiving Yards	95	125
Targets	0	0
Total TDs	2	4
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

9.2 PPG for Zamir White versus 5.3 for Alexander Mattison in 2025. The baseline favors Zamir White, 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 Zamir White in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Zamir White has the edge at 9.2 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.

Should I draft Alexander Mattison or Zamir White in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Zamir White is the earlier pick. He averaged 9.2 fantasy points per game in 2025 to Alexander Mattison's 5.3, a 3.9 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 Zamir White average in 2025?▾

Alexander Mattison averaged 5.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Zamir White averaged 9.2 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 3.9 points per game.

Do Alexander Mattison and Zamir White share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Alexander Mattison and Zamir White share a Week 10 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is Alexander Mattison or Zamir White a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Zamir White outscored Alexander Mattison by 3.9 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.