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Chuba Hubbard vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.Who should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tyrone Tracy Jr. is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.5 PPG to Chuba Hubbard's 7.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyrone Tracy Jr. is the better fantasy play this season.

Tyrone Tracy Jr. is the better play on a neutral week. 9.5 PPG with 1,028 yards gives a reliable baseline. Chuba Hubbard at 7.4 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Tyrone Tracy Jr. higher, but do not fade Chuba Hubbard entirely.

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

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RBCarolina Panthers#44
Chuba Hubbard
PPG
7.4
Games
15
Rush Yds
511
Rush TDs
1
Rec
30
Rec Yds
223
Bye
Week 5
RBNew York Giants#31PPG LEADER
Tyrone Tracy Jr.
PPG
9.5
Games
15
Rush Yds
740
Rush TDs
2
Rec
36
Rec Yds
288
Bye
Week 8

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Chuba Hubbard
Tyrone Tracy Jr.

Head to Head

7.4 PPG9.5 PPG
15 GP15 GP
Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Chuba Hubbard: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #44 at the position). Tyrone Tracy Jr.: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #31 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Chuba Hubbard is producing at 34% of elite pace and Tyrone Tracy Jr. at 43%. That ranking gap means Tyrone Tracy Jr. carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Chuba Hubbard vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Chuba Hubbard and Tyrone Tracy Jr. for your lineup, you are not alone. Chuba Hubbard finished the 2025 season at 7.4 PPG for the Carolina Panthers (15 games), and Tyrone Tracy Jr. averaged 9.5 for the New York Giants (15 games).

That 2.1-point weekly advantage for Tyrone Tracy Jr. 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. Chuba Hubbard ran for 511 yards and 1 touchdowns; Tyrone Tracy Jr. posted 740 and 2. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Chuba Hubbard has his bye in Week 5, and Tyrone Tracy Jr. rests in Week 8. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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: Chuba Hubbard (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Tyrone Tracy Jr. (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

  • Tyrone Tracy Jr. outscored Chuba Hubbard by a projected 36 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Chuba Hubbard scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
  • Tyrone Tracy Jr. caught 36 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Chuba Hubbard vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatChuba HubbardTyrone Tracy Jr.
PPG (Half-PPR)7.49.5
Games Played1515
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)111143
Rushing Yards511740
Rush Yds/Game34.149.3
Rushing TDs12
Receptions3036
Receiving Yards223288
Targets3948
Total TDs44
Age2626
Experience4 yrs1 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 5Week 8

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Tyrone Tracy Jr. at 9.5 PPG, 2.1 points per game above Chuba Hubbard's 7.4. 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 Chuba Hubbard or Tyrone Tracy Jr. in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyrone Tracy Jr. has the edge at 9.5 PPG compared to Chuba Hubbard's 7.4 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 Chuba Hubbard and Tyrone Tracy Jr. average in 2025?

Chuba Hubbard averaged 7.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Tyrone Tracy Jr. averaged 9.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 2.1 points per game.

When are Chuba Hubbard and Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s bye weeks in 2026?

Chuba Hubbard (CAR) has a bye in Week 5, and Tyrone Tracy Jr. (NYG) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Chuba Hubbard or Tyrone Tracy Jr. a better fantasy running back in 2026?

Tyrone Tracy Jr. outscored Chuba Hubbard by 2.1 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.