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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Gus Edwards vs Zach CharbonnetWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Zach Charbonnet is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.7 PPG to Gus Edwards's 7.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Zach Charbonnet is the better fantasy play this season.

Zach Charbonnet is the better play on a neutral week. 10.7 PPG with 874 yards gives a reliable baseline. Gus Edwards at 7.0 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Zach Charbonnet higher, but do not fade Gus Edwards entirely.

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

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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

RBSeattle Seahawks#28PPG LEADER

Zach Charbonnet

PPG

10.7

Games

Rush Yds

730

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

144

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Gus Edwards

Zach Charbonnet

Head to Head

7.0 PPG10.7 PPG

13 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Gus Edwards: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Zach Charbonnet: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #28 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Gus Edwards is producing at 32% of elite pace and Zach Charbonnet at 49%. That ranking gap means Zach Charbonnet carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Gus Edwards vs Zach Charbonnet: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Gus Edwards and Zach Charbonnet is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Los Angeles Chargers running back put up 7.0 PPG in 2025 over 13 games; Zach Charbonnet of the Seattle Seahawks averaged 10.7 in 16. A 3.7-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 3.7 points favors Zach Charbonnet, 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. Gus Edwards ran for 468 yards and 4 touchdowns; Zach Charbonnet posted 730 and 12. 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: Gus Edwards is off Week 5 and Zach Charbonnet Week 11. 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

Zach Charbonnet is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Gus Edwards is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Gus Edwards (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Zach Charbonnet (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Zach Charbonnet outscored Gus Edwards by a projected 63 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Zach Charbonnet played 16 games in 2025 compared to Gus Edwards's 13. That durability gap means Zach Charbonnet contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Zach Charbonnet scored 12 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Gus Edwards vs Zach Charbonnet: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Gus Edwards	Zach Charbonnet
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.0	10.7
Games Played	13	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	91	171
Rushing Yards	468	730
Rush Yds/Game	36.0	45.6
Rushing TDs	4	12
Receptions	10	20
Receiving Yards	62	144
Targets	0	24
Total TDs	4	12
Age	-	25
Experience	-	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 11

Summary

10.7 PPG for Zach Charbonnet versus 7.0 for Gus Edwards in 2025. The baseline favors Zach Charbonnet, 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 Gus Edwards or Zach Charbonnet in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Zach Charbonnet has the edge at 10.7 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 Zach Charbonnet average in 2025?▾

Gus Edwards averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Zach Charbonnet averaged 10.7 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 3.7 points per game.

When are Gus Edwards and Zach Charbonnet's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Gus Edwards (LAC) has a bye in Week 5, and Zach Charbonnet (SEA) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Gus Edwards or Zach Charbonnet a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Zach Charbonnet outscored Gus Edwards by 3.7 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.