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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Gus Edwards vs Kyle MonangaiWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Kyle Monangai is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.1 PPG to Gus Edwards's 7.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Kyle Monangai is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Kyle Monangai edges Gus Edwards by 1.1 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, Kyle Monangai 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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RBLos Angeles Chargers#99

Gus Edwards

PPG

7.0

Games

Rush Yds

468

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 5

RBChicago Bears#38PPG LEADER

Kyle Monangai

PPG

8.1

Games

Rush Yds

783

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

164

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Gus Edwards

Kyle Monangai

Head to Head

7.0 PPG8.1 PPG

13 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Gus Edwards: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Kyle Monangai: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #38 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Gus Edwards is producing at 32% of elite pace and Kyle Monangai at 37%. That ranking gap means Kyle Monangai carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Gus Edwards vs Kyle Monangai: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Gus Edwards and Kyle Monangai is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 1.1 PPG in 2025, this is one of those running back decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Gus Edwards averaged 7.0 PPG with the Los Angeles Chargers across 13 games, and Kyle Monangai posted 8.1 with the Chicago Bears 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. Gus Edwards ran for 468 yards and 4 touchdowns; Kyle Monangai posted 783 and 5. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Gus Edwards has his bye in Week 5, and Kyle Monangai rests in Week 10. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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: Gus Edwards (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Kyle Monangai (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Kyle Monangai outscored Gus Edwards by a projected 19 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyle Monangai played 17 games in 2025 compared to Gus Edwards's 13. That durability gap means Kyle Monangai contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Kyle Monangai scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Gus Edwards vs Kyle Monangai: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Gus Edwards	Kyle Monangai
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.0	8.1
Games Played	13	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	91	138
Rushing Yards	468	783
Rush Yds/Game	36.0	46.1
Rushing TDs	4	5
Receptions	10	18
Receiving Yards	62	164
Targets	0	30
Total TDs	4	5
Age	-	23
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Kyle Monangai holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 8.1 points per game. Gus Edwards averaged 7.0 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 Gus Edwards or Kyle Monangai in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kyle Monangai has the edge at 8.1 PPG compared to Gus Edwards's 7.0 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 Gus Edwards and Kyle Monangai average in 2025?▾

Gus Edwards averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Kyle Monangai averaged 8.1 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.1 points per game.

When are Gus Edwards and Kyle Monangai's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Gus Edwards (LAC) has a bye in Week 5, and Kyle Monangai (CHI) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Gus Edwards or Kyle Monangai a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Kyle Monangai outscored Gus Edwards by 1.1 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.