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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Isiah Pacheco vs Jaylen WarrenWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jaylen Warren is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.3 PPG to Isiah Pacheco's 6.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jaylen Warren is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Jaylen Warren outscored Isiah Pacheco by 6.3 PPG in 2025 with 8 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Jaylen Warren is the clear pick. Isiah Pacheco profiles as a matchup-dependent running back who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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RBKansas City Chiefs#54

Isiah Pacheco

PPG

6.0

Games

Rush Yds

462

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

101

Bye

Week 5

RBPittsburgh Steelers#18PPG LEADER

Jaylen Warren

PPG

12.3

Games

Rush Yds

958

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

333

Bye

Week 9

The Edge Chart

Isiah Pacheco

Jaylen Warren

Head to Head

6.0 PPG12.3 PPG

13 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

Isiah Pacheco: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #54 at the position). Jaylen Warren: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #18 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Isiah Pacheco is producing at 27% of elite pace and Jaylen Warren at 56%. That ranking gap means Jaylen Warren carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Isiah Pacheco vs Jaylen Warren: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Jaylen Warren (Pittsburgh Steelers) averaged 12.3 PPG over 16 games in 2025, outscoring Isiah Pacheco (Kansas City Chiefs, 6.0 PPG) by 6.3 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

That 6.3-point weekly advantage for Jaylen Warren is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Jaylen Warren is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 40 targets into 333 yards, while Isiah Pacheco profiles as a more traditional rusher with 462 rushing yards and 1 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Jaylen Warren carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Isiah Pacheco is off Week 5 and Jaylen Warren Week 9. 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

Jaylen Warren is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Isiah Pacheco is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Isiah Pacheco (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Jaylen Warren (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Jaylen Warren outscored Isiah Pacheco by a projected 107 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jaylen Warren played 16 games in 2025 compared to Isiah Pacheco's 13. That durability gap means Jaylen Warren contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jaylen Warren scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Jaylen Warren caught 40 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Isiah Pacheco vs Jaylen Warren: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Isiah Pacheco	Jaylen Warren
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.0	12.3
Games Played	13	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	78	197
Rushing Yards	462	958
Rush Yds/Game	35.5	59.9
Rushing TDs	1	6
Receptions	19	40
Receiving Yards	101	333
Targets	26	45
Total TDs	2	8
Age	27	27
Experience	3 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 9

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jaylen Warren at 12.3 PPG, 6.3 points per game above Isiah Pacheco's 6.0. 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 Isiah Pacheco or Jaylen Warren in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jaylen Warren has the edge at 12.3 PPG compared to Isiah Pacheco's 6.0 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 Isiah Pacheco and Jaylen Warren average in 2025?▾

Isiah Pacheco averaged 6.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Jaylen Warren averaged 12.3 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 6.3 points per game.

When are Isiah Pacheco and Jaylen Warren's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Isiah Pacheco (KC) has a bye in Week 5, and Jaylen Warren (PIT) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Isiah Pacheco or Jaylen Warren a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Jaylen Warren outscored Isiah Pacheco by 6.3 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.