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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Audric Estimé vs Jordan MasonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Audric Estimé is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.4 PPG to Jordan Mason's 7.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Audric Estimé is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Audric Estimé and Jordan Mason are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.8-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

RBMinnesota Vikings#42

Jordan Mason

PPG

7.6

Games

Rush Yds

758

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Audric Estimé

Jordan Mason

Head to Head

8.4 PPG7.6 PPG

5 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Audric Estimé: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #35 at the position). Jordan Mason: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #42 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Audric Estimé is producing at 38% of elite pace and Jordan Mason at 35%. That ranking gap means Audric Estimé carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Audric Estimé vs Jordan Mason: The Full Breakdown

Audric Estimé (8.4 PPG) and Jordan Mason (7.6 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. Audric Estimé played 5 games for the New Orleans Saints; Jordan Mason suited up 16 times for the Minnesota Vikings.

A 0.8-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. Audric Estimé ran for 198 yards and 1 touchdowns; Jordan Mason posted 758 and 6. 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: Audric Estimé sits Week 8 while Jordan Mason is off Week 6. 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: Audric Estimé (age 22) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Jordan Mason (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Audric Estimé outscored Jordan Mason by a projected 14 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jordan Mason played 16 games in 2025 compared to Audric Estimé's 5. That durability gap means Jordan Mason contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jordan Mason scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Audric Estimé is 5 years younger than Jordan Mason (22 vs 27), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Audric Estimé vs Jordan Mason: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Audric Estimé	Jordan Mason
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.4	7.6
Games Played	5	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	42	122
Rushing Yards	198	758
Rush Yds/Game	39.6	47.4
Rushing TDs	1	6
Receptions	12	14
Receiving Yards	103	51
Targets	13	16
Total TDs	1	6
Age	22	27
Experience	1 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 6

Summary

8.4 PPG for Audric Estimé versus 7.6 for Jordan Mason in 2025. The baseline favors Audric Estimé, 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 Audric Estimé or Jordan Mason in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Audric Estimé has the edge at 8.4 PPG compared to Jordan Mason's 7.6 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 Jordan Mason average in 2025?▾

Audric Estimé averaged 8.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2025. Jordan Mason averaged 7.6 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 0.8 points per game.

When are Audric Estimé and Jordan Mason's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Audric Estimé (NO) has a bye in Week 8, and Jordan Mason (MIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Audric Estimé or Jordan Mason a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Audric Estimé outscored Jordan Mason by 0.8 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.