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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Dameon Pierce 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 Dameon Pierce's 6.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

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

Tyrone Tracy Jr. has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 3.1-PPG advantage is real (9.5 to 6.4), and Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s 4 touchdowns show scoring upside. Dameon Pierce is the buy-low candidate if recent production has dipped, because the talent gap is smaller than the numbers suggest.

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

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RBHouston Texans#99

Dameon Pierce

PPG

6.4

Games

Rush Yds

342

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

108

Bye

Week 14

RBNew York Giants#31PPG LEADER

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

PPG

9.5

Games

Rush Yds

740

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

288

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Dameon Pierce

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

Head to Head

6.4 PPG9.5 PPG

13 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Dameon Pierce: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 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, Dameon Pierce is producing at 29% 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.

Dameon Pierce vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.: The Full Breakdown

Dameon Pierce and Tyrone Tracy Jr. are both viable fantasy running backs heading into 2026, but their 2025 production tells two different stories. Dameon Pierce averaged 6.4 PPG across 13 games with the Houston Texans, while Tyrone Tracy Jr. posted 9.5 PPG in 15 appearances for the New York Giants.

A 3.1-PPG gap gives Tyrone Tracy 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. Dameon Pierce ran for 342 yards and 2 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.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Dameon Pierce sits Week 14 while Tyrone Tracy Jr. is off Week 8. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire Tyrone Tracy Jr. at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Dameon Pierce is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Dameon Pierce (age 27) 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 Dameon Pierce by a projected 53 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyrone Tracy Jr. played 15 games in 2025 compared to Dameon Pierce's 13. That durability gap means Tyrone Tracy Jr. contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tyrone Tracy Jr. 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

Dameon Pierce vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dameon Pierce	Tyrone Tracy Jr.
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.4	9.5
Games Played	13	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	83	143
Rushing Yards	342	740
Rush Yds/Game	26.3	49.3
Rushing TDs	2	2
Receptions	15	36
Receiving Yards	108	288
Targets	0	48
Total TDs	2	4
Age	-	26
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 8

Summary

Tyrone Tracy Jr. outscored Dameon Pierce by 3.1 PPG in 2025 (9.5 to 6.4). 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 Dameon Pierce or Tyrone Tracy Jr. in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyrone Tracy Jr. has the edge at 9.5 PPG compared to Dameon Pierce's 6.4 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 Dameon Pierce and Tyrone Tracy Jr. average in 2025?▾

Dameon Pierce averaged 6.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Tyrone Tracy Jr. averaged 9.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 3.1 points per game.

When are Dameon Pierce and Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s bye weeks in 2026?▾

Dameon Pierce (HOU) has a bye in Week 14, and Tyrone Tracy Jr. (NYG) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Dameon Pierce or Tyrone Tracy Jr. a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Tyrone Tracy Jr. outscored Dameon Pierce by 3.1 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.