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Audric Estimé vs Tyler AllgeierWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Audric Estimé is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.4 PPG to Tyler Allgeier's 6.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Audric Estimé is the better fantasy play this season.

Audric Estimé has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 1.6-PPG advantage is real (8.4 to 6.8), and Audric Estimé's 1 touchdowns show scoring upside. Tyler Allgeier is the buy-low candidate if recent production has dipped, because the talent gap is smaller than the numbers suggest.

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
5
Rush Yds
198
Rush TDs
1
Rec
12
Rec Yds
103
Bye
Week 8
RBAtlanta Falcons#49
Tyler Allgeier
PPG
6.8
Games
17
Rush Yds
514
Rush TDs
8
Rec
14
Rec Yds
96
Bye
Week 11

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Audric Estimé
Tyler Allgeier

Head to Head

8.4 PPG6.8 PPG
5 GP17 GP
Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Audric Estimé: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #35 at the position). Tyler Allgeier: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #49 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Audric Estimé is producing at 38% of elite pace and Tyler Allgeier at 31%. That ranking gap means Audric Estimé carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Audric Estimé vs Tyler Allgeier: The Full Breakdown

Two running backs who will land on plenty of the same rosters in 2026. Audric Estimé (New Orleans Saints) finished the 2025 season averaging 8.4 fantasy points per game in 5 games. Tyler Allgeier (Atlanta Falcons) came in at 6.8 PPG over 17 games. The gap is real but not insurmountable with the right matchup.

Audric Estimé carries a 1.6-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Audric Estimé ran for 198 yards and 1 touchdowns; Tyler Allgeier posted 514 and 8. 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 Tyler Allgeier is off Week 11. 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. Tyler Allgeier (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

  • Audric Estimé outscored Tyler Allgeier by a projected 27 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Tyler Allgeier played 17 games in 2025 compared to Audric Estimé's 5. That durability gap means Tyler Allgeier contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Tyler Allgeier scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
  • Audric Estimé is 4 years younger than Tyler Allgeier (22 vs 26), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Audric Estimé vs Tyler Allgeier: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatAudric EstiméTyler Allgeier
PPG (Half-PPR)8.46.8
Games Played517
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)42116
Rushing Yards198514
Rush Yds/Game39.630.2
Rushing TDs18
Receptions1214
Receiving Yards10396
Targets1316
Total TDs18
Age2226
Experience1 yrs3 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 8Week 11

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Audric Estimé holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 8.4 points per game. Tyler Allgeier averaged 6.8 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 Audric Estimé or Tyler Allgeier in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Audric Estimé has the edge at 8.4 PPG compared to Tyler Allgeier's 6.8 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 Tyler Allgeier average in 2025?

Audric Estimé averaged 8.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2025. Tyler Allgeier averaged 6.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.6 points per game.

When are Audric Estimé and Tyler Allgeier's bye weeks in 2026?

Audric Estimé (NO) has a bye in Week 8, and Tyler Allgeier (ATL) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Audric Estimé or Tyler Allgeier a better fantasy running back in 2026?

Audric Estimé outscored Tyler Allgeier by 1.6 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.