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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Ezekiel Elliott vs Roschon JohnsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Roschon Johnson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.1 PPG to Ezekiel Elliott's 7.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Roschon Johnson is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Roschon Johnson and Ezekiel Elliott are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.9-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

RBChicago Bears#99PPG LEADER

Roschon Johnson

PPG

8.1

Games

Rush Yds

445

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

168

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Ezekiel Elliott

Roschon Johnson

Head to Head

7.2 PPG8.1 PPG

14 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Ezekiel Elliott: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Roschon Johnson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Ezekiel Elliott is producing at 33% of elite pace and Roschon Johnson at 37%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Ezekiel Elliott vs Roschon Johnson: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Ezekiel Elliott finished the 2025 season at 7.2 PPG over 14 games with the Dallas Cowboys, while Roschon Johnson clocked in at 8.1 across 14 appearances for the Chicago Bears. A 0.9-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. Ezekiel Elliott ran for 452 yards and 3 touchdowns; Roschon Johnson posted 445 and 4. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Both share a Week 7 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking running backs this deep on your bench, plan your replacement running back early.

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. Roschon Johnson (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Roschon Johnson outscored Ezekiel Elliott by a projected 15 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Roschon Johnson scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Both players share a Week 7 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Ezekiel Elliott vs Roschon Johnson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Ezekiel Elliott	Roschon Johnson
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.2	8.1
Games Played	14	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	101	113
Rushing Yards	452	445
Rush Yds/Game	32.3	31.8
Rushing TDs	3	4
Receptions	18	22
Receiving Yards	128	168
Targets	0	0
Total TDs	3	5
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 7

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Roschon Johnson at 8.1 PPG, 0.9 points per game above Ezekiel Elliott's 7.2. 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Ezekiel Elliott or Roschon Johnson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Roschon Johnson has the edge at 8.1 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 Roschon Johnson average in 2025?▾

Ezekiel Elliott averaged 7.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Roschon Johnson averaged 8.1 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 0.9 points per game.

Do Ezekiel Elliott and Roschon Johnson share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Ezekiel Elliott and Roschon Johnson share a Week 7 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is Ezekiel Elliott or Roschon Johnson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Roschon Johnson outscored Ezekiel Elliott by 0.9 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.