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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Cam Skattebo vs James ConnerWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Cam Skattebo is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.5 PPG to James Conner's 11.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Cam Skattebo is the better fantasy play this season.

Cam Skattebo is the better play on a neutral week. 14.5 PPG with 617 yards gives a reliable baseline. James Conner at 11.0 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Cam Skattebo higher, but do not fade James Conner entirely.

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

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RBNew York Giants#10PPG LEADER

Cam Skattebo

PPG

14.5

Games

Rush Yds

410

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

207

Bye

Week 8

RBArizona Cardinals#99

James Conner

PPG

11.0

Games

Rush Yds

752

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

218

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Cam Skattebo

James Conner

Head to Head

14.5 PPG11.0 PPG

8 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Cam Skattebo: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #10 at the position). James Conner: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Cam Skattebo is producing at 66% of elite pace and James Conner at 50%. That ranking gap means Cam Skattebo carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Cam Skattebo vs James Conner: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Cam Skattebo and James Conner for your lineup, you are not alone. Cam Skattebo finished the 2025 season at 14.5 PPG for the New York Giants (8 games), and James Conner averaged 11.0 for the Arizona Cardinals (14 games).

That 3.5-point weekly advantage for Cam Skattebo 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. Cam Skattebo ran for 410 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.

One scheduling note: Cam Skattebo is off Week 8 and James Conner Week 11. 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

Cam Skattebo is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. James Conner is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Cam Skattebo (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?

•Cam Skattebo outscored James Conner by a projected 60 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•James Conner played 14 games in 2025 compared to Cam Skattebo's 8. That durability gap means James Conner contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Cam Skattebo scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.9 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cam Skattebo vs James Conner: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cam Skattebo	James Conner
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.5	11.0
Games Played	8	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	116	154
Rushing Yards	410	752
Rush Yds/Game	51.3	53.7
Rushing TDs	5	5
Receptions	24	28
Receiving Yards	207	218
Targets	32	0
Total TDs	7	6
Age	24	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Cam Skattebo at 14.5 PPG, 3.5 points per game above James Conner's 11.0. 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 Cam Skattebo or James Conner in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Cam Skattebo has the edge at 14.5 PPG compared to James Conner's 11.0 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 Cam Skattebo and James Conner average in 2025?▾

Cam Skattebo averaged 14.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 8 games in 2025. James Conner averaged 11.0 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 3.5 points per game.

When are Cam Skattebo and James Conner's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Cam Skattebo (NYG) has a bye in Week 8, and James Conner (ARI) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Cam Skattebo or James Conner a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Cam Skattebo outscored James Conner by 3.5 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.