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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Ezekiel Elliott vs Jordan MasonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jordan Mason is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.6 PPG to Ezekiel Elliott's 7.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jordan Mason is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Jordan Mason edges Ezekiel Elliott by 0.4 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, Jordan Mason 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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RBDallas Cowboys#99

Ezekiel Elliott

PPG

7.2

Games

Rush Yds

452

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

128

Bye

Week 7

RBMinnesota Vikings#42PPG LEADER

Jordan Mason

PPG

7.6

Games

Rush Yds

758

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Ezekiel Elliott

Jordan Mason

Head to Head

7.2 PPG7.6 PPG

14 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Ezekiel Elliott: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Jordan Mason: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #42 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Ezekiel Elliott is producing at 33% of elite pace and Jordan Mason at 35%. That ranking gap means Jordan Mason carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Ezekiel Elliott vs Jordan Mason: The Full Breakdown

Ezekiel Elliott (7.2 PPG) and Jordan Mason (7.6 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two running backs are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Ezekiel Elliott played 14 games for the Dallas Cowboys; Jordan Mason suited up 16 times for the Minnesota Vikings.

A 0.4-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Ezekiel Elliott ran for 452 yards and 3 touchdowns; Jordan Mason posted 758 and 6. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Ezekiel Elliott sits Week 7 while Jordan Mason is off Week 6. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

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: Ezekiel Elliott (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Jordan Mason (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Jordan Mason outscored Ezekiel Elliott by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jordan Mason played 16 games in 2025 compared to Ezekiel Elliott's 14. That durability gap means Jordan Mason contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jordan Mason scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Ezekiel Elliott vs Jordan Mason: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Ezekiel Elliott	Jordan Mason
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.2	7.6
Games Played	14	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	101	122
Rushing Yards	452	758
Rush Yds/Game	32.3	47.4
Rushing TDs	3	6
Receptions	18	14
Receiving Yards	128	51
Targets	0	16
Total TDs	3	6
Age	-	27
Experience	-	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 6

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Jordan Mason holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 7.6 points per game. Ezekiel Elliott averaged 7.2 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Ezekiel Elliott or Jordan Mason in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jordan Mason has the edge at 7.6 PPG compared to Ezekiel Elliott's 7.2 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 Ezekiel Elliott and Jordan Mason average in 2025?▾

Ezekiel Elliott averaged 7.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Jordan Mason averaged 7.6 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

When are Ezekiel Elliott and Jordan Mason's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Ezekiel Elliott (DAL) has a bye in Week 7, and Jordan Mason (MIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Ezekiel Elliott or Jordan Mason a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Jordan Mason outscored Ezekiel Elliott by 0.4 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.