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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

David Montgomery vs Ty JohnsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

David Montgomery is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.1 PPG to Ty Johnson's 5.2 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. Ty Johnson at 5.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft David Montgomery higher, but do not fade Ty Johnson entirely.

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

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RBDetroit Lions#33PPG LEADER

David Montgomery

PPG

9.1

Games

Rush Yds

716

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

192

Bye

Week 6

RBBuffalo Bills#99

Ty Johnson

PPG

5.2

Games

Rush Yds

200

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

263

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

David Montgomery

Ty Johnson

Head to Head

9.1 PPG5.2 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

David Montgomery: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #33 at the position). Ty Johnson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, David Montgomery is producing at 41% of elite pace and Ty Johnson at 24%. That ranking gap means David Montgomery carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

David Montgomery vs Ty Johnson: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between David Montgomery and Ty Johnson for your lineup, you are not alone. David Montgomery finished the 2025 season at 9.1 PPG for the Detroit Lions (17 games), and Ty Johnson averaged 5.2 for the Buffalo Bills (17 games).

That 3.9-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. David Montgomery ran for 716 yards and 8 touchdowns; Ty Johnson posted 200 and 3. 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: David Montgomery is off Week 6 and Ty Johnson Week 12. 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

David Montgomery is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Ty Johnson is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: David Montgomery (age 28, 6 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. Ty Johnson (age 28, 7 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•David Montgomery outscored Ty Johnson by a projected 66 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•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

David Montgomery vs Ty Johnson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	David Montgomery	Ty Johnson
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.1	5.2
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	155	88
Rushing Yards	716	200
Rush Yds/Game	42.1	11.8
Rushing TDs	8	3
Receptions	24	24
Receiving Yards	192	263
Targets	29	33
Total TDs	9	5
Age	28	28
Experience	6 yrs	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 12

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor David Montgomery at 9.1 PPG, 3.9 points per game above Ty Johnson's 5.2. 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 David Montgomery or Ty Johnson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, David Montgomery has the edge at 9.1 PPG compared to Ty Johnson's 5.2 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 David Montgomery and Ty Johnson average in 2025?▾

David Montgomery averaged 9.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Ty Johnson averaged 5.2 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 3.9 points per game.

When are David Montgomery and Ty Johnson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

David Montgomery (DET) has a bye in Week 6, and Ty Johnson (BUF) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is David Montgomery or Ty Johnson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

David Montgomery outscored Ty Johnson by 3.9 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.