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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

James Conner vs Tank BigsbyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

James Conner is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.0 PPG to Tank Bigsby's 8.6 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. Tank Bigsby at 8.6 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft James Conner higher, but do not fade Tank Bigsby 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

RBJacksonville Jaguars#99

Tank Bigsby

PPG

8.6

Games

Rush Yds

745

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

James Conner

Tank Bigsby

Head to Head

11.0 PPG8.6 PPG

14 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

James Conner: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Tank Bigsby: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, James Conner is producing at 50% of elite pace and Tank Bigsby at 39%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

James Conner vs Tank Bigsby: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between James Conner and Tank Bigsby is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Arizona Cardinals running back put up 11.0 PPG in 2025 over 14 games; Tank Bigsby of the Jacksonville Jaguars averaged 8.6 in 16. A 2.4-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.4 points favors James Conner, 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. James Conner ran for 752 yards and 5 touchdowns; Tank Bigsby posted 745 and 6. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: James Conner sits Week 11 while Tank Bigsby is off Week 12. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

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. Tank Bigsby (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•James Conner outscored Tank Bigsby by a projected 41 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tank Bigsby played 16 games in 2025 compared to James Conner's 14. That durability gap means Tank Bigsby 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 Tank Bigsby: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	James Conner	Tank Bigsby
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.0	8.6
Games Played	14	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	154	138
Rushing Yards	752	745
Rush Yds/Game	53.7	46.6
Rushing TDs	5	6
Receptions	28	12
Receiving Yards	218	85
Targets	0	0
Total TDs	6	6
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 12

Summary

11.0 PPG for James Conner versus 8.6 for Tank Bigsby in 2025. The baseline favors James Conner, 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 James Conner or Tank Bigsby in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, James Conner has the edge at 11.0 PPG compared to Tank Bigsby's 8.6 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 Tank Bigsby average in 2025?▾

James Conner averaged 11.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Tank Bigsby averaged 8.6 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 2.4 points per game.

When are James Conner and Tank Bigsby's bye weeks in 2026?▾

James Conner (ARI) has a bye in Week 11, and Tank Bigsby (JAX) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is James Conner or Tank Bigsby a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

James Conner outscored Tank Bigsby by 2.4 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.