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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Audric Estimé vs Tank BigsbyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tank Bigsby is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.6 PPG to Audric Estimé's 8.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tank Bigsby is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Tank Bigsby and Audric Estimé are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.2-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#35

Audric Estimé

PPG

8.4

Games

Rush Yds

198

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

103

Bye

Week 8

RBJacksonville Jaguars#99PPG LEADER

Tank Bigsby

PPG

8.6

Games

Rush Yds

745

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Audric Estimé

Tank Bigsby

Head to Head

8.4 PPG8.6 PPG

5 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Audric Estimé: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #35 at the position). Tank Bigsby: 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 Tank Bigsby at 39%. That ranking gap means Audric Estimé carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Audric Estimé vs Tank Bigsby: 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 Tank Bigsby clocked in at 8.6 across 16 appearances for the Jacksonville Jaguars. A 0.2-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; Tank Bigsby posted 745 and 6. 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 Tank Bigsby Week 12. 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. Tank Bigsby (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Tank Bigsby outscored Audric Estimé by a projected 3 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tank Bigsby played 16 games in 2025 compared to Audric Estimé's 5. That durability gap means Tank Bigsby contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tank Bigsby scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Audric Estimé vs Tank Bigsby: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Audric Estimé	Tank Bigsby
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.4	8.6
Games Played	5	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	42	138
Rushing Yards	198	745
Rush Yds/Game	39.6	46.6
Rushing TDs	1	6
Receptions	12	12
Receiving Yards	103	85
Targets	13	0
Total TDs	1	6
Age	22	-
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 12

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Tank Bigsby at 8.6 PPG, 0.2 points per game above Audric Estimé's 8.4. 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 Tank Bigsby in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tank Bigsby has the edge at 8.6 PPG compared to Audric Estimé's 8.4 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 Tank Bigsby average in 2025?▾

Audric Estimé averaged 8.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2025. Tank Bigsby averaged 8.6 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 0.2 points per game.

When are Audric Estimé and Tank Bigsby's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Audric Estimé (NO) has a bye in Week 8, and Tank Bigsby (JAX) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Audric Estimé or Tank Bigsby a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Tank Bigsby outscored Audric Estimé by 0.2 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.