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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Ezekiel Elliott vs Zack MossWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Zack Moss is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.0 PPG to Ezekiel Elliott's 7.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Zack Moss is the better fantasy play this season.

Zack Moss is the better play on a neutral week. 10.0 PPG with 833 yards gives a reliable baseline. Ezekiel Elliott at 7.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Zack Moss higher, but do not fade Ezekiel Elliott entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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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

RBCincinnati Bengals#99PPG LEADER

Zack Moss

PPG

10.0

Games

Rush Yds

685

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

148

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Ezekiel Elliott

Zack Moss

Head to Head

7.2 PPG10.0 PPG

14 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Ezekiel Elliott: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Zack Moss: 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 Zack Moss at 45%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Ezekiel Elliott vs Zack Moss: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Ezekiel Elliott and Zack Moss is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Dallas Cowboys running back put up 7.2 PPG in 2025 over 14 games; Zack Moss of the Cincinnati Bengals averaged 10.0 in 14. A 2.8-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.8 points favors Zack Moss, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Ezekiel Elliott ran for 452 yards and 3 touchdowns; Zack Moss posted 685 and 5. 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: Ezekiel Elliott is off Week 7 and Zack Moss Week 12. 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: Ezekiel Elliott (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Zack Moss (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Zack Moss outscored Ezekiel Elliott by a projected 48 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Zack Moss scored 5 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 Zack Moss: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Ezekiel Elliott	Zack Moss
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.2	10.0
Games Played	14	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	101	140
Rushing Yards	452	685
Rush Yds/Game	32.3	48.9
Rushing TDs	3	5
Receptions	18	20
Receiving Yards	128	148
Targets	0	0
Total TDs	3	5
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 12

Summary

10.0 PPG for Zack Moss versus 7.2 for Ezekiel Elliott in 2025. The baseline favors Zack Moss, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Ezekiel Elliott or Zack Moss in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Zack Moss has the edge at 10.0 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 Zack Moss average in 2025?▾

Ezekiel Elliott averaged 7.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Zack Moss averaged 10.0 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 2.8 points per game.

When are Ezekiel Elliott and Zack Moss's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Ezekiel Elliott (DAL) has a bye in Week 7, and Zack Moss (CIN) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Ezekiel Elliott or Zack Moss a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Zack Moss outscored Ezekiel Elliott by 2.8 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.