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Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

James Conner or Wan'Dale RobinsonWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

It is nearly a coin flip, but lean James Conner over Wan'Dale Robinson in 2026.

James Conner (11.0 PPG) and Wan'Dale Robinson (10.7) 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 RB and WR.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, James Conner (11.0 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Wan'Dale Robinson (10.7 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

WRNew York Giants#23

Wan'Dale Robinson

PPG

10.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,014

Rec TDs

Targets

140

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

James Conner

Wan'Dale Robinson

Head to Head

11.0 PPG10.7 PPG

14 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

James Conner: Unranked RB. Wan'Dale Robinson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #23 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 Wan'Dale Robinson: The Full Breakdown

Comparing James Conner (RB, Arizona Cardinals) against Wan'Dale Robinson (WR, New York Giants) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. James Conner averaged 11.0 PPG in 2025 over 14 games, while Wan'Dale Robinson posted 10.7 PPG across 16 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, Wan'Dale Robinson in Week 8. 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. Wan'Dale Robinson (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•James Conner outscored Wan'Dale Robinson by a projected 5 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Wan'Dale Robinson played 16 games in 2025 compared to James Conner's 14. That durability gap means Wan'Dale Robinson 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.
•Wan'Dale Robinson caught 92 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 Wan'Dale Robinson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	James Conner	Wan'Dale Robinson
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.0	10.7
Games Played	14	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	154	171
Rushing Yards	752	5
Rush Yds/Game	53.7	0.3
Rushing TDs	5	0
Receptions	28	92
Receiving Yards	218	1,014
Targets	0	140
Total TDs	6	4
Age	-	25
Experience	-	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 8

Summary

Based on 2025 production, James Conner holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 11.0 points per game. Wan'Dale Robinson averaged 10.7 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start James Conner or Wan'Dale Robinson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, James Conner has the edge at 11.0 PPG compared to Wan'Dale Robinson's 10.7 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 Wan'Dale Robinson in 2026 fantasy football?▾

James Conner and Wan'Dale Robinson come off the board in the same range, so take whichever fits your roster build. James Conner averaged 11.0 fantasy points per game in 2025 to Wan'Dale Robinson's 10.7, 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 Wan'Dale Robinson average in 2025?▾

James Conner averaged 11.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Wan'Dale Robinson averaged 10.7 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 0.3 points per game.

When are James Conner and Wan'Dale Robinson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

James Conner (ARI) has a bye in Week 11, and Wan'Dale Robinson (NYG) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.