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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Audric Estimé vs Zonovan KnightWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Audric Estimé is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.4 PPG to Zonovan Knight'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 is the better play on a neutral week. 8.4 PPG with 301 yards gives a reliable baseline. Zonovan Knight at 6.8 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Audric Estimé higher, but do not fade Zonovan Knight entirely.

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

RBArizona Cardinals#99

Zonovan Knight

PPG

6.8

Games

Rush Yds

269

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

160

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Audric Estimé

Zonovan Knight

Head to Head

8.4 PPG6.8 PPG

5 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Audric Estimé: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #35 at the position). Zonovan Knight: 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 Zonovan Knight at 31%. That ranking gap means Audric Estimé carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Audric Estimé vs Zonovan Knight: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Audric Estimé and Zonovan Knight for your lineup, you are not alone. Audric Estimé finished the 2025 season at 8.4 PPG for the New Orleans Saints (5 games), and Zonovan Knight averaged 6.8 for the Arizona Cardinals (12 games).

That 1.6-point weekly advantage for Audric Estimé is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Audric Estimé ran for 198 yards and 1 touchdowns; Zonovan Knight posted 269 and 4. 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 Zonovan Knight 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. Zonovan Knight (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Audric Estimé outscored Zonovan Knight by a projected 27 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Zonovan Knight played 12 games in 2025 compared to Audric Estimé's 5. That durability gap means Zonovan Knight contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Zonovan Knight scored 5 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 Zonovan Knight: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Audric Estimé	Zonovan Knight
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.4	6.8
Games Played	5	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	42	82
Rushing Yards	198	269
Rush Yds/Game	39.6	22.4
Rushing TDs	1	4
Receptions	12	22
Receiving Yards	103	160
Targets	13	31
Total TDs	1	5
Age	22	25
Experience	1 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Audric Estimé at 8.4 PPG, 1.6 points per game above Zonovan Knight's 6.8. 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 Zonovan Knight in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Audric Estimé has the edge at 8.4 PPG compared to Zonovan Knight'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 Zonovan Knight average in 2025?▾

Audric Estimé averaged 8.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2025. Zonovan Knight averaged 6.8 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 1.6 points per game.

When are Audric Estimé and Zonovan Knight's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Audric Estimé or Zonovan Knight a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Audric Estimé outscored Zonovan Knight 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.