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Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

James Conner or Quentin JohnstonWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

It is nearly a coin flip, but lean Quentin Johnston over James Conner in 2026.

Quentin Johnston (11.2 PPG) and James Conner (11.0) finished 2025 separated by under a point per game. They play different positions, so weigh the per-game edge against what your roster needs at WR and RB.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Quentin Johnston (11.2 PPG) is the higher-floor play. James Conner (11.0 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBArizona Cardinals

James Conner

PPG

11.0

Games

Rush Yds

752

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

218

Bye

Week 11

WRLos Angeles Chargers#18PPG LEADER

Quentin Johnston

PPG

11.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

735

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

James Conner

Quentin Johnston

Head to Head

11.0 PPG11.2 PPG

14 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

James Conner: Unranked RB. Quentin Johnston: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #18 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. An Unranked RB is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR in most league formats.

James Conner vs Quentin Johnston: The Full Breakdown

Comparing James Conner (RB, Arizona Cardinals) against Quentin Johnston (WR, Los Angeles Chargers) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. James Conner averaged 11.0 PPG in 2025 over 14 games, while Quentin Johnston posted 11.2 PPG across 13 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

James Conner has his bye in Week 11, Quentin Johnston in Week 7. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

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: James Conner (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Quentin Johnston (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Quentin Johnston outscored James Conner by a projected 3 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•James Conner played 14 games in 2025 compared to Quentin Johnston's 13. That durability gap means James Conner contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Quentin Johnston scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Quentin Johnston caught 51 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

James Conner vs Quentin Johnston: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	James Conner	Quentin Johnston
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.0	11.2
Games Played	14	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	154	146
Rushing Yards	752	7
Rush Yds/Game	53.7	0.5
Rushing TDs	5	0
Receptions	28	51
Receiving Yards	218	735
Targets	0	84
Total TDs	6	8
Age	-	25
Experience	-	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 7

Summary

Quentin Johnston outscored James Conner by 0.2 PPG in 2025 (11.2 to 11.0). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start James Conner or Quentin Johnston in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Quentin Johnston has the edge at 11.2 PPG compared to James Conner's 11.0 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.

Should I draft James Conner or Quentin Johnston in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Quentin Johnston and James Conner come off the board in the same range, so take whichever fits your roster build. Quentin Johnston averaged 11.2 fantasy points per game in 2025 to James Conner's 11.0, a gap of under a point. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did James Conner and Quentin Johnston average in 2025?▾

James Conner averaged 11.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Quentin Johnston averaged 11.2 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 0.2 points per game.

When are James Conner and Quentin Johnston's bye weeks in 2026?▾

James Conner (ARI) has a bye in Week 11, and Quentin Johnston (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.