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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Emanuel Wilson vs Tyler AllgeierWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tyler Allgeier is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.8 PPG to Emanuel Wilson's 5.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyler Allgeier is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Tyler Allgeier edges Emanuel Wilson by 1.4 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, Tyler Allgeier 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

RBAtlanta Falcons#49PPG LEADER

Tyler Allgeier

PPG

6.8

Games

Rush Yds

514

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Emanuel Wilson

Tyler Allgeier

Head to Head

5.4 PPG6.8 PPG

16 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Emanuel Wilson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #60 at the position). Tyler Allgeier: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #49 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Emanuel Wilson is producing at 25% of elite pace and Tyler Allgeier at 31%. That ranking gap means Tyler Allgeier carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Emanuel Wilson vs Tyler Allgeier: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Emanuel Wilson and Tyler Allgeier is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 1.4 PPG in 2025, this is one of those running back decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Emanuel Wilson averaged 5.4 PPG with the Green Bay Packers across 16 games, and Tyler Allgeier posted 6.8 with the Atlanta Falcons in 17.

When two running backs are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Emanuel Wilson ran for 496 yards and 3 touchdowns; Tyler Allgeier posted 514 and 8. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 11 bye. That means you need a backup plan at running back for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

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. Tyler Allgeier (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Tyler Allgeier outscored Emanuel Wilson by a projected 24 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyler Allgeier played 17 games in 2025 compared to Emanuel Wilson's 16. That durability gap means Tyler Allgeier contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tyler Allgeier scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Both players share a Week 11 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Emanuel Wilson vs Tyler Allgeier: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Emanuel Wilson	Tyler Allgeier
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.4	6.8
Games Played	16	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	86	116
Rushing Yards	496	514
Rush Yds/Game	31.0	30.2
Rushing TDs	3	8
Receptions	15	14
Receiving Yards	99	96
Targets	17	16
Total TDs	3	8
Age	27	26
Experience	2 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 11

Summary

Tyler Allgeier outscored Emanuel Wilson by 1.4 PPG in 2025 (6.8 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 Tyler Allgeier in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyler Allgeier has the edge at 6.8 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 Tyler Allgeier average in 2025?▾

Emanuel Wilson averaged 5.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Tyler Allgeier averaged 6.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.4 points per game.

Do Emanuel Wilson and Tyler Allgeier share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Emanuel Wilson and Tyler Allgeier share a Week 11 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is Emanuel Wilson or Tyler Allgeier a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Tyler Allgeier outscored Emanuel Wilson by 1.4 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.