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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Austin Ekeler vs Devin SingletaryWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Austin Ekeler is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.0 PPG to Devin Singletary's 5.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Austin Ekeler is the better fantasy play this season.

Austin Ekeler has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 3.1-PPG advantage is real (9.0 to 5.9), and Austin Ekeler's 5 touchdowns show scoring upside. Devin Singletary is the buy-low candidate if recent production has dipped, because the talent gap is smaller than the numbers suggest.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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RBWashington Commanders#99PPG LEADER

Austin Ekeler

PPG

9.0

Games

Rush Yds

425

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

360

Bye

Week 14

RBNew York Giants#55

Devin Singletary

PPG

5.9

Games

Rush Yds

437

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

151

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Austin Ekeler

Devin Singletary

Head to Head

9.0 PPG5.9 PPG

14 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Austin Ekeler: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Devin Singletary: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #55 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Austin Ekeler is producing at 41% of elite pace and Devin Singletary at 27%. That ranking gap means Devin Singletary carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Austin Ekeler vs Devin Singletary: The Full Breakdown

Two running backs who will land on plenty of the same rosters in 2026. Austin Ekeler (Washington Commanders) finished the 2025 season averaging 9.0 fantasy points per game in 14 games. Devin Singletary (New York Giants) came in at 5.9 PPG over 17 games. The gap is real but not insurmountable with the right matchup.

Austin Ekeler carries a 3.1-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.

Austin Ekeler is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 45 targets into 360 yards, while Devin Singletary profiles as a more traditional rusher with 437 rushing yards and 5 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Austin Ekeler carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Austin Ekeler is off Week 14 and Devin Singletary Week 8. 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

If you can acquire Austin Ekeler at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Devin Singletary is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Austin Ekeler (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Devin Singletary (age 28, 6 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Austin Ekeler outscored Devin Singletary by a projected 53 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Devin Singletary played 17 games in 2025 compared to Austin Ekeler's 14. That durability gap means Devin Singletary contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Austin Ekeler scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Austin Ekeler caught 45 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Austin Ekeler vs Devin Singletary: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Austin Ekeler	Devin Singletary
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.0	5.9
Games Played	14	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	126	100
Rushing Yards	425	437
Rush Yds/Game	30.4	25.7
Rushing TDs	3	5
Receptions	45	18
Receiving Yards	360	151
Targets	0	19
Total TDs	5	5
Age	-	28
Experience	-	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 8

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Austin Ekeler holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 9.0 points per game. Devin Singletary averaged 5.9 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 Austin Ekeler or Devin Singletary in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Austin Ekeler has the edge at 9.0 PPG compared to Devin Singletary's 5.9 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 Austin Ekeler and Devin Singletary average in 2025?▾

Austin Ekeler averaged 9.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Devin Singletary averaged 5.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 3.1 points per game.

When are Austin Ekeler and Devin Singletary's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Austin Ekeler (WAS) has a bye in Week 14, and Devin Singletary (NYG) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Austin Ekeler or Devin Singletary a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Austin Ekeler outscored Devin Singletary by 3.1 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.