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Gus Edwards or Rico DowdleWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

Gus Edwards is a Los Angeles Chargers running back who averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game across 13 games in 2026. Rico Dowdle is a Pittsburgh Steelers running back who averaged 7.6 fantasy points per game across 5 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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RBLos Angeles Chargers
Gus Edwards
PPG
7.0
Games
13
Rush Yds
468
Rush TDs
4
Rec
10
Rec Yds
62
Bye
Week 5
RBPittsburgh Steelers#38 RB
Rico Dowdle
PPG
7.6
Games
5
Rush Yds
174
Rush TDs
1
Rec
13
Rec Yds
82
Bye
Week 9

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Gus Edwards vs Rico Dowdle: 2026 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatGus EdwardsRico Dowdle
PPG (Half-PPR)7.07.6
Games Played135
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)9138
Rushing Yards468174
Rush Yds/Game36.034.8
Rushing TDs41
Receptions1013
Receiving Yards6282
Targets017
Total TDs41
Age-28
Experience-6 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 5Week 9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Gus Edwards or Rico Dowdle in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for Gus Edwards and Rico Dowdle is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Gus Edwards averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Rico Dowdle averaged 7.6.

Should I draft Gus Edwards or Rico Dowdle in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Gus Edwards averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game across 13 games in 2026, and Rico Dowdle averaged 7.6 across 5. 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 Gus Edwards and Rico Dowdle average in 2026?▾

Gus Edwards averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2026. Rico Dowdle averaged 7.6 PPG over 5 games. That is a difference of 0.6 points per game.

When are Gus Edwards and Rico Dowdle's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Gus Edwards (LAC) has a bye in Week 5, and Rico Dowdle (PIT) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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