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Chris Olave or James CookWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

Chris Olave is a New Orleans Saints wide receiver who averaged 15.2 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026. James Cook is a Buffalo Bills running back who averaged 18.1 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.

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WRNew Orleans Saints#8 WR
Chris Olave
PPG
15.2
Games
6
Rec
43
Rec Yds
580
Rec TDs
2
Targets
61
Bye
Week 8
RBBuffalo Bills#7 RB
James Cook
PPG
18.1
Games
6
Rush Yds
627
Rush TDs
6
Rec
10
Rec Yds
89
Bye
Week 7

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Chris Olave vs James Cook: 2026 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatChris OlaveJames Cook
PPG (Half-PPR)15.218.1
Games Played66
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)91109
Rushing Yards0627
Rush Yds/Game0.0104.5
Rushing TDs06
Receptions4310
Receiving Yards58089
Targets6114
Total TDs26
Age2627
Experience4 yrs4 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 8Week 7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Chris Olave or James Cook in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for Chris Olave and James Cook is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Chris Olave averaged 15.2 fantasy points per game in 2026 and James Cook averaged 18.1.

Should I draft Chris Olave or James Cook in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Chris Olave averaged 15.2 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026, and James Cook averaged 18.1 across 6. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.

How many fantasy points did Chris Olave and James Cook average in 2026?▾

Chris Olave averaged 15.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 6 games in 2026. James Cook averaged 18.1 PPG over 6 games. That is a difference of 2.9 points per game.

When are Chris Olave and James Cook's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Chris Olave (NO) has a bye in Week 8, and James Cook (BUF) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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