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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Alvin Kamara vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.Who should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tyrone Tracy Jr. is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.5 PPG to Alvin Kamara's 7.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyrone Tracy Jr. is the better fantasy play this season.

Tyrone Tracy Jr. is the better play on a neutral week. 9.5 PPG with 1,028 yards gives a reliable baseline. Alvin Kamara at 7.7 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Tyrone Tracy Jr. higher, but do not fade Alvin Kamara entirely.

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

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RBNew Orleans Saints#41

Alvin Kamara

PPG

7.7

Games

Rush Yds

471

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

186

Bye

Week 8

RBNew York Giants#31PPG LEADER

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

PPG

9.5

Games

Rush Yds

740

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

288

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Alvin Kamara

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

Head to Head

7.7 PPG9.5 PPG

11 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Alvin Kamara: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #41 at the position). Tyrone Tracy Jr.: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #31 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Alvin Kamara is producing at 35% of elite pace and Tyrone Tracy Jr. at 43%. That ranking gap means Tyrone Tracy Jr. carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Alvin Kamara vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Alvin Kamara and Tyrone Tracy Jr. is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The New Orleans Saints running back put up 7.7 PPG in 2025 over 11 games; Tyrone Tracy Jr. of the New York Giants averaged 9.5 in 15. A 1.8-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 1.8 points favors Tyrone Tracy Jr., 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. Alvin Kamara ran for 471 yards and 1 touchdowns; Tyrone Tracy Jr. posted 740 and 2. 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 8 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

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: Alvin Kamara (age 30, 8 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. Tyrone Tracy Jr. (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Tyrone Tracy Jr. outscored Alvin Kamara by a projected 31 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyrone Tracy Jr. played 15 games in 2025 compared to Alvin Kamara's 11. That durability gap means Tyrone Tracy Jr. contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tyrone Tracy Jr. scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Tyrone Tracy Jr. caught 36 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Tyrone Tracy Jr. is 4 years younger than Alvin Kamara (26 vs 30), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Alvin Kamara vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Alvin Kamara	Tyrone Tracy Jr.
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.7	9.5
Games Played	11	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	85	143
Rushing Yards	471	740
Rush Yds/Game	42.8	49.3
Rushing TDs	1	2
Receptions	33	36
Receiving Yards	186	288
Targets	39	48
Total TDs	1	4
Age	30	26
Experience	8 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 8

Summary

9.5 PPG for Tyrone Tracy Jr. versus 7.7 for Alvin Kamara in 2025. The baseline favors Tyrone Tracy Jr., 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 Alvin Kamara or Tyrone Tracy Jr. in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyrone Tracy Jr. has the edge at 9.5 PPG compared to Alvin Kamara's 7.7 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 Alvin Kamara and Tyrone Tracy Jr. average in 2025?▾

Alvin Kamara averaged 7.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 11 games in 2025. Tyrone Tracy Jr. averaged 9.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.8 points per game.

Do Alvin Kamara and Tyrone Tracy Jr. share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Alvin Kamara and Tyrone Tracy Jr. share a Week 8 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is Alvin Kamara or Tyrone Tracy Jr. a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Tyrone Tracy Jr. outscored Alvin Kamara by 1.8 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.