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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

David Montgomery 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 David Montgomery's 9.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

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

Statistically, Tyrone Tracy Jr. and David Montgomery are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.4-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

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RBDetroit Lions#33

David Montgomery

PPG

9.1

Games

Rush Yds

716

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

192

Bye

Week 6

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

David Montgomery

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

Head to Head

9.1 PPG9.5 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

David Montgomery: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #33 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, David Montgomery is producing at 41% of elite pace and Tyrone Tracy Jr. at 43%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

David Montgomery vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. David Montgomery finished the 2025 season at 9.1 PPG over 17 games with the Detroit Lions, while Tyrone Tracy Jr. clocked in at 9.5 across 15 appearances for the New York Giants. A 0.4-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. David Montgomery ran for 716 yards and 8 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.

One scheduling note: David Montgomery is off Week 6 and Tyrone Tracy Jr. Week 8. 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: David Montgomery (age 28, 6 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. 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 David Montgomery by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•David Montgomery played 17 games in 2025 compared to Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s 15. That durability gap means David Montgomery contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•David Montgomery scored 9 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 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

David Montgomery vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	David Montgomery	Tyrone Tracy Jr.
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.1	9.5
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	155	143
Rushing Yards	716	740
Rush Yds/Game	42.1	49.3
Rushing TDs	8	2
Receptions	24	36
Receiving Yards	192	288
Targets	29	48
Total TDs	9	4
Age	28	26
Experience	6 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 8

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Tyrone Tracy Jr. at 9.5 PPG, 0.4 points per game above David Montgomery's 9.1. 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 Tyrone Tracy Jr. in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyrone Tracy Jr. has the edge at 9.5 PPG compared to David Montgomery's 9.1 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 Tyrone Tracy Jr. average in 2025?▾

David Montgomery averaged 9.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tyrone Tracy Jr. averaged 9.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

When are David Montgomery and Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s bye weeks in 2026?▾

David Montgomery (DET) has a bye in Week 6, and Tyrone Tracy Jr. (NYG) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is David Montgomery or Tyrone Tracy Jr. a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Tyrone Tracy Jr. outscored David Montgomery by 0.4 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.