Bijan Robinson vs Isiah Pacheco: Who Should You Start?
There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Bijan Robinson (Atlanta Falcons) averaged 19.5 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring Isiah Pacheco (Detroit Lions, 6.0 PPG) by 13.5 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.
That 13.5-point weekly advantage for Bijan Robinson 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.
Bijan Robinson is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 79 targets into 820 yards, while Isiah Pacheco profiles as a more traditional rusher with 462 rushing yards and 1 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Bijan Robinson carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.
One scheduling note: Bijan Robinson is off Week 12 and Isiah Pacheco Week 5. 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.
