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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Chase Brown vs Dalton SchultzWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Chase Brown is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.6 PPG to Dalton Schultz's 8.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Chase Brown is the better fantasy play this season.

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Chase Brown (14.6 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Dalton Schultz (8.0 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

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

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RBCincinnati Bengals#9PPG LEADER

Chase Brown

PPG

14.6

Games

Rush Yds

1,019

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

437

Bye

Week 6

TEHouston Texans#18

Dalton Schultz

PPG

8.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

777

Rec TDs

Targets

106

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Chase Brown

Dalton Schultz

Head to Head

14.6 PPG8.0 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Chase Brown: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #9 at the position). Dalton Schultz: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #18 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE in most league formats.

Chase Brown vs Dalton Schultz: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Chase Brown (RB, Cincinnati Bengals) against Dalton Schultz (TE, Houston Texans) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Chase Brown averaged 14.6 PPG in 2025 over 17 games, while Dalton Schultz posted 8.0 PPG across 17 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

Chase Brown has his bye in Week 6, Dalton Schultz in Week 8. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Chase Brown is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Dalton Schultz is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Chase Brown (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Dalton Schultz (age 29) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Chase Brown outscored Dalton Schultz by a projected 112 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Chase Brown scored 11 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Dalton Schultz caught 82 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Chase Brown vs Dalton Schultz: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Chase Brown	Dalton Schultz
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.6	8.0
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	248	136
Rushing Yards	1,019	0
Rush Yds/Game	59.9	0.0
Rushing TDs	6	0
Receptions	69	82
Receiving Yards	437	777
Targets	88	106
Total TDs	11	3
Age	26	29
Experience	2 yrs	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 8

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Chase Brown at 14.6 PPG, 6.6 points per game above Dalton Schultz's 8.0. 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 Chase Brown or Dalton Schultz in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Chase Brown has the edge at 14.6 PPG compared to Dalton Schultz's 8.0 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 Chase Brown and Dalton Schultz average in 2025?▾

Chase Brown averaged 14.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Dalton Schultz averaged 8.0 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 6.6 points per game.

When are Chase Brown and Dalton Schultz's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Chase Brown (CIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Dalton Schultz (HOU) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.