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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Audric Estimé vs Ezekiel ElliottWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Audric Estimé is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.4 PPG to Ezekiel Elliott's 7.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Audric Estimé is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Audric Estimé and Ezekiel Elliott are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.2-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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RBNew Orleans Saints#35PPG LEADER

Audric Estimé

PPG

8.4

Games

Rush Yds

198

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

103

Bye

Week 8

RBDallas Cowboys#99

Ezekiel Elliott

PPG

7.2

Games

Rush Yds

452

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

128

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Audric Estimé

Ezekiel Elliott

Head to Head

8.4 PPG7.2 PPG

5 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Audric Estimé: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #35 at the position). Ezekiel Elliott: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Audric Estimé is producing at 38% of elite pace and Ezekiel Elliott at 33%. That ranking gap means Audric Estimé carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Audric Estimé vs Ezekiel Elliott: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Audric Estimé finished the 2025 season at 8.4 PPG over 5 games with the New Orleans Saints, while Ezekiel Elliott clocked in at 7.2 across 14 appearances for the Dallas Cowboys. A 1.2-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Audric Estimé ran for 198 yards and 1 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.

One scheduling note: Audric Estimé is off Week 8 and Ezekiel Elliott Week 7. 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.

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: Audric Estimé (age 22) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Ezekiel Elliott (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Audric Estimé outscored Ezekiel Elliott by a projected 20 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ezekiel Elliott played 14 games in 2025 compared to Audric Estimé's 5. That durability gap means Ezekiel Elliott contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Ezekiel Elliott scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Audric Estimé vs Ezekiel Elliott: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Audric Estimé	Ezekiel Elliott
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.4	7.2
Games Played	5	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	42	101
Rushing Yards	198	452
Rush Yds/Game	39.6	32.3
Rushing TDs	1	3
Receptions	12	18
Receiving Yards	103	128
Targets	13	0
Total TDs	1	3
Age	22	-
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 7

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Audric Estimé at 8.4 PPG, 1.2 points per game above Ezekiel Elliott's 7.2. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Audric Estimé or Ezekiel Elliott in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Audric Estimé has the edge at 8.4 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 Audric Estimé and Ezekiel Elliott average in 2025?▾

Audric Estimé averaged 8.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2025. Ezekiel Elliott averaged 7.2 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 1.2 points per game.

When are Audric Estimé and Ezekiel Elliott's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Audric Estimé (NO) has a bye in Week 8, and Ezekiel Elliott (DAL) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Audric Estimé or Ezekiel Elliott a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Audric Estimé outscored Ezekiel Elliott by 1.2 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.