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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

David Montgomery vs Zack MossWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Zack Moss is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.0 PPG to David Montgomery's 9.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Zack Moss is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Zack Moss edges David Montgomery by 0.9 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Zack Moss goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

RBCincinnati Bengals#99PPG LEADER

Zack Moss

PPG

10.0

Games

Rush Yds

685

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

148

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

David Montgomery

Zack Moss

Head to Head

9.1 PPG10.0 PPG

17 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

David Montgomery: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #33 at the position). Zack Moss: 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 Zack Moss at 45%. That ranking gap means David Montgomery carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

David Montgomery vs Zack Moss: 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 Zack Moss clocked in at 10.0 across 14 appearances for the Cincinnati Bengals. A 0.9-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; Zack Moss posted 685 and 5. 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 Zack Moss 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

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. Zack Moss (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Zack Moss outscored David Montgomery by a projected 15 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•David Montgomery played 17 games in 2025 compared to Zack Moss's 14. 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

David Montgomery vs Zack Moss: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	David Montgomery	Zack Moss
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.1	10.0
Games Played	17	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	155	140
Rushing Yards	716	685
Rush Yds/Game	42.1	48.9
Rushing TDs	8	5
Receptions	24	20
Receiving Yards	192	148
Targets	29	0
Total TDs	9	5
Age	28	-
Experience	6 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 12

Summary

Zack Moss outscored David Montgomery by 0.9 PPG in 2025 (10.0 to 9.1). 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 David Montgomery or Zack Moss in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Zack Moss has the edge at 10.0 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 Zack Moss average in 2025?▾

David Montgomery averaged 9.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Zack Moss averaged 10.0 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 0.9 points per game.

When are David Montgomery and Zack Moss's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is David Montgomery or Zack Moss a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Zack Moss outscored David Montgomery by 0.9 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.