Alvin Kamara vs Jonathan Taylor: Who Should You Start?
There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Jonathan Taylor (Indianapolis Colts) averaged 20.0 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring Alvin Kamara (New Orleans Saints, 7.7 PPG) by 12.3 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.
The per-game difference of 12.3 points favors Jonathan Taylor, 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.
Jonathan Taylor is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 46 targets into 378 yards, while Alvin Kamara profiles as a more traditional rusher with 471 rushing yards and 1 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Jonathan Taylor carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.
One scheduling note: Alvin Kamara is off Week 12 and Jonathan Taylor Week 14. 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.
