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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

James Conner vs Zamir WhiteWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

James Conner is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.0 PPG to Zamir White's 9.2 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. Zamir White at 9.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft James Conner higher, but do not fade Zamir White 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

RBLas Vegas Raiders#99

Zamir White

PPG

9.2

Games

Rush Yds

628

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

125

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

James Conner

Zamir White

Head to Head

11.0 PPG9.2 PPG

14 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

James Conner: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Zamir White: 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 Zamir White at 42%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

James Conner vs Zamir White: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between James Conner and Zamir White is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Arizona Cardinals running back put up 11.0 PPG in 2025 over 14 games; Zamir White of the Las Vegas Raiders averaged 9.2 in 13. A 1.8-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 1.8 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; Zamir White posted 628 and 4. 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 Zamir White is off Week 10. 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. Zamir White (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•James Conner outscored Zamir White by a projected 31 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•James Conner played 14 games in 2025 compared to Zamir White's 13. That durability gap means James Conner 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 Zamir White: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	James Conner	Zamir White
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.0	9.2
Games Played	14	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	154	120
Rushing Yards	752	628
Rush Yds/Game	53.7	48.3
Rushing TDs	5	4
Receptions	28	18
Receiving Yards	218	125
Targets	0	0
Total TDs	6	4
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 10

Summary

11.0 PPG for James Conner versus 9.2 for Zamir White 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 Zamir White in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, James Conner has the edge at 11.0 PPG compared to Zamir White's 9.2 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 Zamir White average in 2025?▾

James Conner averaged 11.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Zamir White averaged 9.2 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 1.8 points per game.

When are James Conner and Zamir White's bye weeks in 2026?▾

James Conner (ARI) has a bye in Week 11, and Zamir White (LV) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is James Conner or Zamir White a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

James Conner outscored Zamir White by 1.8 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.