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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Javonte Williams vs Zach CharbonnetWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Javonte Williams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.1 PPG to Zach Charbonnet's 10.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Javonte Williams is the better fantasy play this season.

Javonte Williams is the better play on a neutral week. 14.1 PPG with 1,338 yards gives a reliable baseline. Zach Charbonnet at 10.7 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Javonte Williams higher, but do not fade Zach Charbonnet entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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RBDallas Cowboys#12PPG LEADER

Javonte Williams

PPG

14.1

Games

Rush Yds

1,201

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

137

Bye

Week 14

RBSeattle Seahawks#28

Zach Charbonnet

PPG

10.7

Games

Rush Yds

730

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

144

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Javonte Williams

Zach Charbonnet

Head to Head

14.1 PPG10.7 PPG

16 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Javonte Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #12 at the position). Zach Charbonnet: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #28 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Javonte Williams is producing at 64% of elite pace and Zach Charbonnet at 49%. That ranking gap means Javonte Williams carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Javonte Williams vs Zach Charbonnet: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Javonte Williams and Zach Charbonnet for your lineup, you are not alone. Javonte Williams finished the 2025 season at 14.1 PPG for the Dallas Cowboys (16 games), and Zach Charbonnet averaged 10.7 for the Seattle Seahawks (16 games).

That 3.4-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; Zach Charbonnet posted 730 and 12. 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: Javonte Williams sits Week 14 while Zach Charbonnet is off Week 11. 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

Javonte Williams is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Zach Charbonnet 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. Zach Charbonnet (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Javonte Williams outscored Zach Charbonnet by a projected 58 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Javonte Williams scored 13 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Javonte Williams caught 35 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 Zach Charbonnet: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Javonte Williams	Zach Charbonnet
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.1	10.7
Games Played	16	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	226	171
Rushing Yards	1,201	730
Rush Yds/Game	75.1	45.6
Rushing TDs	11	12
Receptions	35	20
Receiving Yards	137	144
Targets	51	24
Total TDs	13	12
Age	26	25
Experience	4 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Javonte Williams at 14.1 PPG, 3.4 points per game above Zach Charbonnet's 10.7. 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 Zach Charbonnet in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Javonte Williams has the edge at 14.1 PPG compared to Zach Charbonnet'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.

How many fantasy points did Javonte Williams and Zach Charbonnet average in 2025?▾

Javonte Williams averaged 14.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Zach Charbonnet averaged 10.7 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 3.4 points per game.

When are Javonte Williams and Zach Charbonnet's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Javonte Williams (DAL) has a bye in Week 14, and Zach Charbonnet (SEA) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Javonte Williams or Zach Charbonnet a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Javonte Williams outscored Zach Charbonnet by 3.4 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.