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Javonte Williams vs Pat FreiermuthWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Javonte Williams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.1 PPG to Pat Freiermuth's 6.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Javonte Williams is the better fantasy play this season.

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Javonte Williams (14.1 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Pat Freiermuth (6.2 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.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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RBDallas Cowboys#12PPG LEADER
Javonte Williams
PPG
14.1
Games
16
Rush Yds
1,201
Rush TDs
11
Rec
35
Rec Yds
137
Bye
Week 14
TEPittsburgh Steelers#28
Pat Freiermuth
PPG
6.2
Games
15
Rec
41
Rec Yds
486
Rec TDs
4
Targets
54
Bye
Week 9

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Javonte Williams
Pat Freiermuth

Head to Head

14.1 PPG6.2 PPG
16 GP15 GP
Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

Javonte Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #12 at the position). Pat Freiermuth: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #28 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE in most league formats.

Javonte Williams vs Pat Freiermuth: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Javonte Williams (RB, Dallas Cowboys) against Pat Freiermuth (TE, Pittsburgh Steelers) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Javonte Williams averaged 14.1 PPG in 2025 over 16 games, while Pat Freiermuth posted 6.2 PPG across 15 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.

Javonte Williams has his bye in Week 14, Pat Freiermuth in Week 9. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Javonte Williams is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Pat Freiermuth is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Javonte Williams (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Pat Freiermuth (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

  • Javonte Williams outscored Pat Freiermuth by a projected 134 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Javonte Williams played 16 games in 2025 compared to Pat Freiermuth's 15. That durability gap means Javonte Williams contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Javonte Williams scored 13 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
  • Pat Freiermuth caught 41 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Javonte Williams vs Pat Freiermuth: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatJavonte WilliamsPat Freiermuth
PPG (Half-PPR)14.16.2
Games Played1615
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)22693
Rushing Yards1,2010
Rush Yds/Game75.10.0
Rushing TDs110
Receptions3541
Receiving Yards137486
Targets5154
Total TDs134
Age2627
Experience4 yrs4 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 14Week 9

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Javonte Williams at 14.1 PPG, 7.9 points per game above Pat Freiermuth's 6.2. 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 Javonte Williams or Pat Freiermuth in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Javonte Williams has the edge at 14.1 PPG compared to Pat Freiermuth's 6.2 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 Javonte Williams and Pat Freiermuth average in 2025?

Javonte Williams averaged 14.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Pat Freiermuth averaged 6.2 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 7.9 points per game.

When are Javonte Williams and Pat Freiermuth's bye weeks in 2026?

Javonte Williams (DAL) has a bye in Week 14, and Pat Freiermuth (PIT) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.