Javonte Williams vs Ty Johnson: Who Should You Start?
There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Javonte Williams (Dallas Cowboys) averaged 14.1 PPG over 16 games in 2025, outscoring Ty Johnson (Buffalo Bills, 5.2 PPG) by 8.9 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.
That 8.9-point weekly advantage for Javonte Williams 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. Javonte Williams ran for 1201 yards and 11 touchdowns; Ty Johnson posted 200 and 3. 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: Javonte Williams is off Week 7 and Ty Johnson Week 12. 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.
