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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Chris Rodriguez Jr. vs Ty ChandlerWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Chris Rodriguez Jr. is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.5 PPG to Ty Chandler's 5.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Chris Rodriguez Jr. is the better fantasy play this season.

Chris Rodriguez Jr. has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 1.6-PPG advantage is real (7.5 to 5.9), and Chris Rodriguez Jr.'s 6 touchdowns show scoring upside. Ty Chandler is the buy-low candidate if recent production has dipped, because the talent gap is smaller than the numbers suggest.

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

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RBWashington Commanders#43PPG LEADER

Chris Rodriguez Jr.

PPG

7.5

Games

Rush Yds

500

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 7

RBMinnesota Vikings#99

Ty Chandler

PPG

5.9

Games

Rush Yds

265

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

135

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Chris Rodriguez Jr.

Ty Chandler

Head to Head

7.5 PPG5.9 PPG

12 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Chris Rodriguez Jr.: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #43 at the position). Ty Chandler: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Chris Rodriguez Jr. is producing at 34% of elite pace and Ty Chandler at 27%. That ranking gap means Chris Rodriguez Jr. carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Chris Rodriguez Jr. vs Ty Chandler: The Full Breakdown

Chris Rodriguez Jr. and Ty Chandler are both viable fantasy running backs heading into 2026, but their 2025 production tells two different stories. Chris Rodriguez Jr. averaged 7.5 PPG across 12 games with the Washington Commanders, while Ty Chandler posted 5.9 PPG in 14 appearances for the Minnesota Vikings.

A 1.6-PPG gap gives Chris Rodriguez Jr. the edge on paper, but paper does not account for Thursday night matchups, weather games, or a star defender returning from injury. The real question is not who was better in 2025, but who is the better start this specific week.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Chris Rodriguez Jr. ran for 500 yards and 6 touchdowns; Ty Chandler posted 265 and 2. 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 Ty Chandler 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. Ty Chandler (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Chris Rodriguez Jr. outscored Ty Chandler by a projected 27 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ty Chandler played 14 games in 2025 compared to Chris Rodriguez Jr.'s 12. That durability gap means Ty Chandler contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Chris Rodriguez Jr. scored 6 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 Ty Chandler: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Chris Rodriguez Jr.	Ty Chandler
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.5	5.9
Games Played	12	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	90	83
Rushing Yards	500	265
Rush Yds/Game	41.7	18.9
Rushing TDs	6	2
Receptions	3	18
Receiving Yards	30	135
Targets	4	0
Total TDs	6	3
Age	26	-
Experience	2 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 6

Summary

Chris Rodriguez Jr. outscored Ty Chandler by 1.6 PPG in 2025 (7.5 to 5.9). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Chris Rodriguez Jr. or Ty Chandler in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Chris Rodriguez Jr. has the edge at 7.5 PPG compared to Ty Chandler's 5.9 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 Ty Chandler average in 2025?▾

Chris Rodriguez Jr. averaged 7.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Ty Chandler averaged 5.9 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 1.6 points per game.

When are Chris Rodriguez Jr. and Ty Chandler's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Chris Rodriguez Jr. or Ty Chandler a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Chris Rodriguez Jr. outscored Ty Chandler 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.