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Darren Waller or Jaylen WarrenWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

Darren Waller is a Carolina Panthers tight end who averaged 6.7 fantasy points per game across 5 games in 2026. Jaylen Warren is a Pittsburgh Steelers running back who averaged 15.4 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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TECarolina Panthers#24 TE
Darren Waller
PPG
6.7
Games
5
Rec
13
Rec Yds
148
Rec TDs
2
Targets
21
Bye
Week 5
RBPittsburgh Steelers#12 RB
Jaylen Warren
PPG
15.4
Games
6
Rush Yds
460
Rush TDs
1
Rec
21
Rec Yds
258
Bye
Week 9

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Darren Waller vs Jaylen Warren: 2026 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatDarren WallerJaylen Warren
PPG (Half-PPR)6.715.4
Games Played56
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)3492
Rushing Yards0460
Rush Yds/Game0.076.7
Rushing TDs01
Receptions1321
Receiving Yards148258
Targets2130
Total TDs22
Age3427
Experience11 yrs4 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 5Week 9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Darren Waller or Jaylen Warren in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for Darren Waller and Jaylen Warren is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Darren Waller averaged 6.7 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Jaylen Warren averaged 15.4.

Should I draft Darren Waller or Jaylen Warren in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Darren Waller averaged 6.7 fantasy points per game across 5 games in 2026, and Jaylen Warren averaged 15.4 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 Darren Waller and Jaylen Warren average in 2026?▾

Darren Waller averaged 6.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2026. Jaylen Warren averaged 15.4 PPG over 6 games. That is a difference of 8.7 points per game.

When are Darren Waller and Jaylen Warren's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Darren Waller (CAR) has a bye in Week 5, and Jaylen Warren (PIT) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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