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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

James Conner vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.Who should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

James Conner is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.0 PPG to Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s 9.5 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. Tyrone Tracy Jr. at 9.5 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft James Conner higher, but do not fade Tyrone Tracy Jr. entirely.

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

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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

RBNew York Giants#31

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

PPG

9.5

Games

Rush Yds

740

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

288

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

James Conner

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

Head to Head

11.0 PPG9.5 PPG

14 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

James Conner: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Tyrone Tracy Jr.: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #31 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, James Conner is producing at 50% of elite pace and Tyrone Tracy Jr. at 43%. That ranking gap means Tyrone Tracy Jr. carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

James Conner vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between James Conner and Tyrone Tracy Jr. for your lineup, you are not alone. James Conner finished the 2025 season at 11.0 PPG for the Arizona Cardinals (14 games), and Tyrone Tracy Jr. averaged 9.5 for the New York Giants (15 games).

That 1.5-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; Tyrone Tracy Jr. posted 740 and 2. 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 Tyrone Tracy Jr. Week 8. 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

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. Tyrone Tracy Jr. (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•James Conner outscored Tyrone Tracy Jr. by a projected 26 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyrone Tracy Jr. played 15 games in 2025 compared to James Conner's 14. That durability gap means Tyrone Tracy Jr. 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.
•Tyrone Tracy Jr. caught 36 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 Tyrone Tracy Jr.: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	James Conner	Tyrone Tracy Jr.
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.0	9.5
Games Played	14	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	154	143
Rushing Yards	752	740
Rush Yds/Game	53.7	49.3
Rushing TDs	5	2
Receptions	28	36
Receiving Yards	218	288
Targets	0	48
Total TDs	6	4
Age	-	26
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 8

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor James Conner at 11.0 PPG, 1.5 points per game above Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s 9.5. 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 Tyrone Tracy Jr. in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, James Conner has the edge at 11.0 PPG compared to Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s 9.5 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.

How many fantasy points did James Conner and Tyrone Tracy Jr. average in 2025?▾

James Conner averaged 11.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Tyrone Tracy Jr. averaged 9.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.5 points per game.

When are James Conner and Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s bye weeks in 2026?▾

James Conner (ARI) has a bye in Week 11, and Tyrone Tracy Jr. (NYG) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is James Conner or Tyrone Tracy Jr. a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

James Conner outscored Tyrone Tracy Jr. by 1.5 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.