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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Chris Rodriguez Jr. vs David MontgomeryWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

David Montgomery is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.1 PPG to Chris Rodriguez Jr.'s 7.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

David Montgomery is the better fantasy play this season.

David Montgomery is the better play on a neutral week. 9.1 PPG with 911 yards gives a reliable baseline. Chris Rodriguez Jr. at 7.5 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft David Montgomery higher, but do not fade Chris Rodriguez Jr. entirely.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBWashington Commanders#43

Chris Rodriguez Jr.

PPG

7.5

Games

Rush Yds

500

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 7

RBDetroit Lions#33PPG LEADER

David Montgomery

PPG

9.1

Games

Rush Yds

716

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

192

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Chris Rodriguez Jr.

David Montgomery

Head to Head

7.5 PPG9.1 PPG

12 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Chris Rodriguez Jr.: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #43 at the position). David Montgomery: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #33 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Chris Rodriguez Jr. is producing at 34% of elite pace and David Montgomery at 41%. That ranking gap means David Montgomery carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Chris Rodriguez Jr. vs David Montgomery: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Chris Rodriguez Jr. and David Montgomery for your lineup, you are not alone. Chris Rodriguez Jr. finished the 2025 season at 7.5 PPG for the Washington Commanders (12 games), and David Montgomery averaged 9.1 for the Detroit Lions (17 games).

That 1.6-point weekly advantage for David Montgomery 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. Chris Rodriguez Jr. ran for 500 yards and 6 touchdowns; David Montgomery posted 716 and 8. 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: Chris Rodriguez Jr. is off Week 7 and David Montgomery Week 6. 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

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Chris Rodriguez Jr. (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. David Montgomery (age 28, 6 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•David Montgomery outscored Chris Rodriguez Jr. by a projected 27 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•David Montgomery played 17 games in 2025 compared to Chris Rodriguez Jr.'s 12. That durability gap means David Montgomery contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•David Montgomery scored 9 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Chris Rodriguez Jr. vs David Montgomery: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Chris Rodriguez Jr.	David Montgomery
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.5	9.1
Games Played	12	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	90	155
Rushing Yards	500	716
Rush Yds/Game	41.7	42.1
Rushing TDs	6	8
Receptions	3	24
Receiving Yards	30	192
Targets	4	29
Total TDs	6	9
Age	26	28
Experience	2 yrs	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor David Montgomery at 9.1 PPG, 1.6 points per game above Chris Rodriguez Jr.'s 7.5. 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 Chris Rodriguez Jr. or David Montgomery in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, David Montgomery has the edge at 9.1 PPG compared to Chris Rodriguez Jr.'s 7.5 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 Chris Rodriguez Jr. and David Montgomery average in 2025?▾

Chris Rodriguez Jr. averaged 7.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. David Montgomery averaged 9.1 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.6 points per game.

When are Chris Rodriguez Jr. and David Montgomery's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Chris Rodriguez Jr. (WAS) has a bye in Week 7, and David Montgomery (DET) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Chris Rodriguez Jr. or David Montgomery a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

David Montgomery outscored Chris Rodriguez Jr. by 1.6 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.