Head to Head

Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

David Montgomery vs Zonovan KnightWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

David Montgomery is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.1 PPG to Zonovan Knight's 6.8 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. Zonovan Knight at 6.8 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft David Montgomery higher, but do not fade Zonovan Knight entirely.

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

Want this verdict updated live on Sunday?

Track David Montgomery and Zonovan Knight in the DraftCall app and get their updates the moment they change.

Get the App

RBDetroit Lions#33PPG LEADER

David Montgomery

PPG

9.1

Games

Rush Yds

716

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

192

Bye

Week 6

RBArizona Cardinals#99

Zonovan Knight

PPG

6.8

Games

Rush Yds

269

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

160

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

David Montgomery

Zonovan Knight

Head to Head

9.1 PPG6.8 PPG

17 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

David Montgomery: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #33 at the position). Zonovan Knight: 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 Zonovan Knight at 31%. That ranking gap means David Montgomery carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

David Montgomery vs Zonovan Knight: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between David Montgomery and Zonovan Knight for your lineup, you are not alone. David Montgomery finished the 2025 season at 9.1 PPG for the Detroit Lions (17 games), and Zonovan Knight averaged 6.8 for the Arizona Cardinals (12 games).

That 2.3-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; Zonovan Knight posted 269 and 4. 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 Zonovan Knight Week 11. 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. Zonovan Knight (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•David Montgomery outscored Zonovan Knight by a projected 39 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•David Montgomery played 17 games in 2025 compared to Zonovan Knight's 12. 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 Zonovan Knight: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	David Montgomery	Zonovan Knight
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.1	6.8
Games Played	17	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	155	82
Rushing Yards	716	269
Rush Yds/Game	42.1	22.4
Rushing TDs	8	4
Receptions	24	22
Receiving Yards	192	160
Targets	29	31
Total TDs	9	5
Age	28	25
Experience	6 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor David Montgomery at 9.1 PPG, 2.3 points per game above Zonovan Knight's 6.8. 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.

Website vs App

Get the AI verdict on David Montgomery vs Zonovan Knight

DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality, recent trends, injury impact, and game script to give you a clear start/sit recommendation.

See everything in the app →

Launch List

Get the live verdict on David Montgomery vs Zonovan Knight

The DraftCall app delivers live game-day verdicts on every matchup. Join the launch list and we will email you the day it goes live for the 2026 NFL season, with your direct iOS and Android install links.

We will never share your email. Unsubscribe anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start David Montgomery or Zonovan Knight in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, David Montgomery has the edge at 9.1 PPG compared to Zonovan Knight's 6.8 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 Zonovan Knight average in 2025?▾

David Montgomery averaged 9.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Zonovan Knight averaged 6.8 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 2.3 points per game.

When are David Montgomery and Zonovan Knight's bye weeks in 2026?▾

David Montgomery (DET) has a bye in Week 6, and Zonovan Knight (ARI) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is David Montgomery or Zonovan Knight a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

David Montgomery outscored Zonovan Knight by 2.3 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.