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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

James Conner vs Jordan MasonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

James Conner is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.0 PPG to Jordan Mason's 7.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

James Conner is the better fantasy play this season.

James Conner is the better play on a neutral week. 11.0 PPG with 970 yards gives a reliable baseline. Jordan Mason at 7.6 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft James Conner higher, but do not fade Jordan Mason entirely.

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

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RBArizona Cardinals#99PPG LEADER

James Conner

PPG

11.0

Games

Rush Yds

752

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

218

Bye

Week 11

RBMinnesota Vikings#42

Jordan Mason

PPG

7.6

Games

Rush Yds

758

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

James Conner

Jordan Mason

Head to Head

11.0 PPG7.6 PPG

14 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

James Conner: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Jordan Mason: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #42 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, James Conner is producing at 50% of elite pace and Jordan Mason at 35%. That ranking gap means Jordan Mason carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

James Conner vs Jordan Mason: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between James Conner and Jordan Mason for your lineup, you are not alone. James Conner finished the 2025 season at 11.0 PPG for the Arizona Cardinals (14 games), and Jordan Mason averaged 7.6 for the Minnesota Vikings (16 games).

That 3.4-point weekly advantage for James Conner 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.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. James Conner ran for 752 yards and 5 touchdowns; Jordan Mason posted 758 and 6. 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: James Conner is off Week 11 and Jordan Mason Week 6. 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

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

Did You Know?

•James Conner outscored Jordan Mason by a projected 58 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jordan Mason played 16 games in 2025 compared to James Conner's 14. That durability gap means Jordan Mason contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•James Conner scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

James Conner vs Jordan Mason: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	James Conner	Jordan Mason
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.0	7.6
Games Played	14	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	154	122
Rushing Yards	752	758
Rush Yds/Game	53.7	47.4
Rushing TDs	5	6
Receptions	28	14
Receiving Yards	218	51
Targets	0	16
Total TDs	6	6
Age	-	27
Experience	-	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor James Conner at 11.0 PPG, 3.4 points per game above Jordan Mason's 7.6. 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 James Conner or Jordan Mason in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, James Conner has the edge at 11.0 PPG compared to Jordan Mason's 7.6 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 James Conner and Jordan Mason average in 2025?▾

James Conner averaged 11.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Jordan Mason averaged 7.6 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 3.4 points per game.

When are James Conner and Jordan Mason's bye weeks in 2026?▾

James Conner (ARI) has a bye in Week 11, and Jordan Mason (MIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is James Conner or Jordan Mason a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

James Conner outscored Jordan Mason by 3.4 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.