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Emmett Johnson or Joe MixonWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

Emmett Johnson is a Kansas City Chiefs running back who averaged 3.8 fantasy points per game across 5 games in 2026. Joe Mixon is a Houston Texans running back who averaged 16.5 fantasy points per game across 15 games in 2026. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.

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RBKansas City Chiefs#54 RB
Emmett Johnson
PPG
3.8
Games
5
Rush Yds
62
Rec
7
Rec Yds
92
Bye
Week 5
RBHouston Texans
Joe Mixon
PPG
16.5
Games
15
Rush Yds
1,165
Rush TDs
11
Rec
32
Rec Yds
240
Bye
Week 14

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Emmett Johnson vs Joe Mixon: 2026 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatEmmett JohnsonJoe Mixon
PPG (Half-PPR)3.816.5
Games Played515
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)19248
Rushing Yards621,165
Rush Yds/Game12.477.7
Rushing TDs011
Receptions732
Receiving Yards92240
Targets80
Total TDs012
Age23-
Bye WeekWeek 5Week 14

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Emmett Johnson or Joe Mixon in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for Emmett Johnson and Joe Mixon is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Emmett Johnson averaged 3.8 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Joe Mixon averaged 16.5.

Should I draft Emmett Johnson or Joe Mixon in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Emmett Johnson averaged 3.8 fantasy points per game across 5 games in 2026, and Joe Mixon averaged 16.5 across 15. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.

How many fantasy points did Emmett Johnson and Joe Mixon average in 2026?▾

Emmett Johnson averaged 3.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2026. Joe Mixon averaged 16.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 12.7 points per game.

When are Emmett Johnson and Joe Mixon's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Emmett Johnson (KC) has a bye in Week 5, and Joe Mixon (HOU) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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