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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Antonio Gibson vs Ezekiel ElliottWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Antonio Gibson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.9 PPG to Ezekiel Elliott's 7.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Antonio Gibson is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Antonio Gibson edges Ezekiel Elliott by 0.7 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Antonio Gibson goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

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RBNew England Patriots#99PPG LEADER

Antonio Gibson

PPG

7.9

Games

Rush Yds

548

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

195

Bye

Week 14

RBDallas Cowboys#99

Ezekiel Elliott

PPG

7.2

Games

Rush Yds

452

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

128

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Antonio Gibson

Ezekiel Elliott

Head to Head

7.9 PPG7.2 PPG

15 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Antonio Gibson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Ezekiel Elliott: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Antonio Gibson is producing at 36% of elite pace and Ezekiel Elliott at 33%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Antonio Gibson vs Ezekiel Elliott: The Full Breakdown

Antonio Gibson (7.9 PPG) and Ezekiel Elliott (7.2 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. Antonio Gibson played 15 games for the New England Patriots; Ezekiel Elliott suited up 14 times for the Dallas Cowboys.

A 0.7-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. Antonio Gibson ran for 548 yards and 3 touchdowns; Ezekiel Elliott posted 452 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: Antonio Gibson sits Week 14 while Ezekiel Elliott is off Week 7. 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: Antonio Gibson (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Ezekiel Elliott (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Antonio Gibson outscored Ezekiel Elliott by a projected 12 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Antonio Gibson played 15 games in 2025 compared to Ezekiel Elliott's 14. That durability gap means Antonio Gibson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Antonio Gibson scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Antonio Gibson vs Ezekiel Elliott: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Antonio Gibson	Ezekiel Elliott
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.9	7.2
Games Played	15	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	119	101
Rushing Yards	548	452
Rush Yds/Game	36.5	32.3
Rushing TDs	3	3
Receptions	24	18
Receiving Yards	195	128
Targets	0	0
Total TDs	4	3
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 7

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Antonio Gibson holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 7.9 points per game. Ezekiel Elliott averaged 7.2 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Antonio Gibson or Ezekiel Elliott in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Antonio Gibson has the edge at 7.9 PPG compared to Ezekiel Elliott's 7.2 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 Antonio Gibson and Ezekiel Elliott average in 2025?▾

Antonio Gibson averaged 7.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Ezekiel Elliott averaged 7.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 0.7 points per game.

When are Antonio Gibson and Ezekiel Elliott's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Antonio Gibson (NE) has a bye in Week 14, and Ezekiel Elliott (DAL) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Antonio Gibson or Ezekiel Elliott a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Antonio Gibson outscored Ezekiel Elliott by 0.7 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.