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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Bhayshul Tuten vs James ConnerWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

James Conner is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.0 PPG to Bhayshul Tuten's 5.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

James Conner is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. James Conner outscored Bhayshul Tuten by 5.4 PPG in 2025 with 6 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, James Conner is the clear pick. Bhayshul Tuten profiles as a matchup-dependent running back who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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RBJacksonville Jaguars#58

Bhayshul Tuten

PPG

5.6

Games

Rush Yds

307

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 7

RBArizona Cardinals#99PPG LEADER

James Conner

PPG

11.0

Games

Rush Yds

752

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

218

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Bhayshul Tuten

James Conner

Head to Head

5.6 PPG11.0 PPG

15 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Bhayshul Tuten: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #58 at the position). James Conner: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Bhayshul Tuten is producing at 25% of elite pace and James Conner at 50%. That ranking gap means Bhayshul Tuten carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Bhayshul Tuten vs James Conner: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Bhayshul Tuten and James Conner for your lineup, you are not alone. Bhayshul Tuten finished the 2025 season at 5.6 PPG for the Jacksonville Jaguars (15 games), and James Conner averaged 11.0 for the Arizona Cardinals (14 games).

That 5.4-point weekly advantage for James Conner 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. Bhayshul Tuten ran for 307 yards and 5 touchdowns; James Conner posted 752 and 5. 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: Bhayshul Tuten sits Week 7 while James Conner 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

James Conner is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Bhayshul Tuten is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Bhayshul Tuten (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. James Conner (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•James Conner outscored Bhayshul Tuten by a projected 92 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Bhayshul Tuten played 15 games in 2025 compared to James Conner's 14. That durability gap means Bhayshul Tuten contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Bhayshul Tuten scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Bhayshul Tuten vs James Conner: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Bhayshul Tuten	James Conner
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.6	11.0
Games Played	15	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	84	154
Rushing Yards	307	752
Rush Yds/Game	20.5	53.7
Rushing TDs	5	5
Receptions	10	28
Receiving Yards	79	218
Targets	14	0
Total TDs	7	6
Age	24	-
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor James Conner at 11.0 PPG, 5.4 points per game above Bhayshul Tuten's 5.6. 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 Bhayshul Tuten or James Conner in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, James Conner has the edge at 11.0 PPG compared to Bhayshul Tuten's 5.6 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 Bhayshul Tuten and James Conner average in 2025?▾

Bhayshul Tuten averaged 5.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. James Conner averaged 11.0 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 5.4 points per game.

When are Bhayshul Tuten and James Conner's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Bhayshul Tuten (JAX) has a bye in Week 7, and James Conner (ARI) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Bhayshul Tuten or James Conner a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

James Conner outscored Bhayshul Tuten by 5.4 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.