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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Emanuel Wilson vs Isiah PachecoWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Isiah Pacheco is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.0 PPG to Emanuel Wilson's 5.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Isiah Pacheco is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Isiah Pacheco edges Emanuel Wilson by 0.6 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, Isiah Pacheco 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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RBGreen Bay Packers#60

Emanuel Wilson

PPG

5.4

Games

Rush Yds

496

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 11

RBKansas City Chiefs#54PPG LEADER

Isiah Pacheco

PPG

6.0

Games

Rush Yds

462

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

101

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Emanuel Wilson

Isiah Pacheco

Head to Head

5.4 PPG6.0 PPG

16 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Emanuel Wilson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #60 at the position). Isiah Pacheco: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #54 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Emanuel Wilson is producing at 25% of elite pace and Isiah Pacheco at 27%. That ranking gap means Isiah Pacheco carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Emanuel Wilson vs Isiah Pacheco: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Emanuel Wilson finished the 2025 season at 5.4 PPG over 16 games with the Green Bay Packers, while Isiah Pacheco clocked in at 6.0 across 13 appearances for the Kansas City Chiefs. A 0.6-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. Emanuel Wilson ran for 496 yards and 3 touchdowns; Isiah Pacheco posted 462 and 1. 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: Emanuel Wilson is off Week 11 and Isiah Pacheco Week 5. 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: Emanuel Wilson (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Isiah Pacheco (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Isiah Pacheco outscored Emanuel Wilson by a projected 10 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Emanuel Wilson played 16 games in 2025 compared to Isiah Pacheco's 13. That durability gap means Emanuel Wilson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Emanuel Wilson scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Emanuel Wilson vs Isiah Pacheco: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Emanuel Wilson	Isiah Pacheco
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.4	6.0
Games Played	16	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	86	78
Rushing Yards	496	462
Rush Yds/Game	31.0	35.5
Rushing TDs	3	1
Receptions	15	19
Receiving Yards	99	101
Targets	17	26
Total TDs	3	2
Age	27	27
Experience	2 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 5

Summary

Isiah Pacheco outscored Emanuel Wilson by 0.6 PPG in 2025 (6.0 to 5.4). 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 Emanuel Wilson or Isiah Pacheco in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Isiah Pacheco has the edge at 6.0 PPG compared to Emanuel Wilson's 5.4 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 Emanuel Wilson and Isiah Pacheco average in 2025?▾

Emanuel Wilson averaged 5.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Isiah Pacheco averaged 6.0 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 0.6 points per game.

When are Emanuel Wilson and Isiah Pacheco's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Emanuel Wilson (GB) has a bye in Week 11, and Isiah Pacheco (KC) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Emanuel Wilson or Isiah Pacheco a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Isiah Pacheco outscored Emanuel Wilson by 0.6 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.