Audric Estime vs Tony Pollard: Who Should You Start?
Deciding between Audric Estime and Tony Pollard is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The New Orleans Saints running back put up 6.0 PPG in 2025 over 7 games; Tony Pollard of the Tennessee Titans averaged 10.0 in 17. A 4.0-point margin that could shift on any given week.
The per-game difference of 4.0 points favors Tony Pollard, 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. Audric Estime ran for 198 yards and 1 touchdowns; Tony Pollard posted 1082 and 5. 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 Estime is off Week 12 and Tony Pollard Week 5. 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.
