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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Austin Ekeler vs Tyler AllgeierWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Austin Ekeler is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.0 PPG to Tyler Allgeier's 6.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Austin Ekeler is the better fantasy play this season.

Austin Ekeler is the better play on a neutral week. 9.0 PPG with 785 yards gives a reliable baseline. Tyler Allgeier at 6.8 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Austin Ekeler higher, but do not fade Tyler Allgeier entirely.

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

RBAtlanta Falcons#49

Tyler Allgeier

PPG

6.8

Games

Rush Yds

514

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Austin Ekeler

Tyler Allgeier

Head to Head

9.0 PPG6.8 PPG

14 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Austin Ekeler: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Tyler Allgeier: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #49 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Austin Ekeler is producing at 41% of elite pace and Tyler Allgeier at 31%. That ranking gap means Tyler Allgeier carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Austin Ekeler vs Tyler Allgeier: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Austin Ekeler and Tyler Allgeier for your lineup, you are not alone. Austin Ekeler finished the 2025 season at 9.0 PPG for the Washington Commanders (14 games), and Tyler Allgeier averaged 6.8 for the Atlanta Falcons (17 games).

That 2.2-point weekly advantage for Austin Ekeler 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.

Austin Ekeler is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 45 targets into 360 yards, while Tyler Allgeier profiles as a more traditional rusher with 514 rushing yards and 8 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Austin Ekeler carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Austin Ekeler sits Week 14 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: Austin Ekeler (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Tyler Allgeier (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Austin Ekeler outscored Tyler Allgeier by a projected 37 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyler Allgeier played 17 games in 2025 compared to Austin Ekeler's 14. 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.
•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 Tyler Allgeier: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Austin Ekeler	Tyler Allgeier
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.0	6.8
Games Played	14	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	126	116
Rushing Yards	425	514
Rush Yds/Game	30.4	30.2
Rushing TDs	3	8
Receptions	45	14
Receiving Yards	360	96
Targets	0	16
Total TDs	5	8
Age	-	26
Experience	-	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Austin Ekeler at 9.0 PPG, 2.2 points per game above Tyler Allgeier'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 Austin Ekeler or Tyler Allgeier in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Austin Ekeler has the edge at 9.0 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 Austin Ekeler and Tyler Allgeier average in 2025?▾

Austin Ekeler averaged 9.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Tyler Allgeier averaged 6.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 2.2 points per game.

When are Austin Ekeler and Tyler Allgeier's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Austin Ekeler (WAS) has a bye in Week 14, and Tyler Allgeier (ATL) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Austin Ekeler or Tyler Allgeier a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Austin Ekeler outscored Tyler Allgeier by 2.2 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.