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Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

James Conner or Tetairoa McMillanWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start James Conner over Tetairoa McMillan in 2026.

James Conner averaged 11.0 PPG in 2025 to Tetairoa McMillan's 10.5, a 0.5 point per game edge. Conner posted that edge in only 14 games, so the per-game ceiling is real but watch his availability.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, James Conner (11.0 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Tetairoa McMillan (10.5 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 CardinalsPPG LEADER

James Conner

PPG

11.0

Games

Rush Yds

752

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

218

Bye

Week 11

WRCarolina Panthers#26

Tetairoa McMillan

PPG

10.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,014

Rec TDs

Targets

122

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

James Conner

Tetairoa McMillan

Head to Head

11.0 PPG10.5 PPG

14 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

James Conner: Unranked RB. Tetairoa McMillan: Tier 3 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #26 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 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR in most league formats.

James Conner vs Tetairoa McMillan: The Full Breakdown

Comparing James Conner (RB, Arizona Cardinals) against Tetairoa McMillan (WR, Carolina Panthers) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. James Conner averaged 11.0 PPG in 2025 over 14 games, while Tetairoa McMillan posted 10.5 PPG across 17 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, Tetairoa McMillan in Week 5. 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. Tetairoa McMillan (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•James Conner outscored Tetairoa McMillan by a projected 9 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tetairoa McMillan played 17 games in 2025 compared to James Conner's 14. That durability gap means Tetairoa McMillan contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tetairoa McMillan scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Tetairoa McMillan caught 70 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 Tetairoa McMillan: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	James Conner	Tetairoa McMillan
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.0	10.5
Games Played	14	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	154	179
Rushing Yards	752	0
Rush Yds/Game	53.7	0.0
Rushing TDs	5	0
Receptions	28	70
Receiving Yards	218	1,014
Targets	0	122
Total TDs	6	7
Age	-	23
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 5

Summary

11.0 PPG for James Conner versus 10.5 for Tetairoa McMillan 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 Tetairoa McMillan in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, James Conner has the edge at 11.0 PPG compared to Tetairoa McMillan's 10.5 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 Tetairoa McMillan in 2026 fantasy football?▾

They come off the board at different positions, so weigh James Conner's 11.0 fantasy points per game against Tetairoa McMillan's 10.5 and what your roster still needs at WR. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did James Conner and Tetairoa McMillan average in 2025?▾

James Conner averaged 11.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Tetairoa McMillan averaged 10.5 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.5 points per game.

When are James Conner and Tetairoa McMillan's bye weeks in 2026?▾

James Conner (ARI) has a bye in Week 11, and Tetairoa McMillan (CAR) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.