Bijan Robinson vs Jonathan Taylor: Who Should You Start?
This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Bijan Robinson finished the 2025 season at 19.5 PPG over 17 games with the Atlanta Falcons, while Jonathan Taylor clocked in at 20.0 across 17 appearances for the Indianapolis Colts. A 0.5-point gap means any given week could go either way.
With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.
Both are three-down backs with real passing-game roles. Bijan Robinson caught 79 balls for 820 yards, and Jonathan Taylor hauled in 46 for 378. That receiving workload gives them high PPR floors even in games where the ground attack gets stuffed, and it is why both stay on the field in obvious passing situations.
One scheduling note: Bijan Robinson is off Week 12 and Jonathan Taylor Week 14. 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.
