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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Javonte Williams vs Zonovan KnightWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Javonte Williams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.1 PPG to Zonovan Knight's 6.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Javonte Williams is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Javonte Williams outscored Zonovan Knight by 7.3 PPG in 2025 with 13 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Javonte Williams is the clear pick. Zonovan Knight profiles as a matchup-dependent running back who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

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

Rush Yds

1,201

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

137

Bye

Week 14

RBArizona Cardinals#99

Zonovan Knight

PPG

6.8

Games

Rush Yds

269

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

160

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Javonte Williams

Zonovan Knight

Head to Head

14.1 PPG6.8 PPG

16 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Javonte Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #12 at the position). Zonovan Knight: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Javonte Williams is producing at 64% of elite pace and Zonovan Knight at 31%. That ranking gap means Javonte Williams carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Javonte Williams vs Zonovan Knight: The Full Breakdown

Javonte Williams and Zonovan Knight are at different tiers heading into 2026. The Dallas Cowboys running back averaged 14.1 PPG in 2025, a full 7.3 points per game ahead of Zonovan Knight's 6.8 with the Arizona Cardinals. That kind of gap doesn't close on matchup alone.

The per-game difference of 7.3 points favors Javonte Williams, 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. Javonte Williams ran for 1201 yards and 11 touchdowns; Zonovan Knight posted 269 and 4. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Javonte Williams has his bye in Week 14, and Zonovan Knight rests in Week 11. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

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

Did You Know?

•Javonte Williams outscored Zonovan Knight by a projected 124 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Javonte Williams played 16 games in 2025 compared to Zonovan Knight's 12. 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.
•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 Zonovan Knight: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Javonte Williams	Zonovan Knight
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.1	6.8
Games Played	16	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	226	82
Rushing Yards	1,201	269
Rush Yds/Game	75.1	22.4
Rushing TDs	11	4
Receptions	35	22
Receiving Yards	137	160
Targets	51	31
Total TDs	13	5
Age	26	25
Experience	4 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 11

Summary

14.1 PPG for Javonte Williams versus 6.8 for Zonovan Knight in 2025. The baseline favors Javonte Williams, 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 Javonte Williams or Zonovan Knight in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Javonte Williams has the edge at 14.1 PPG compared to Zonovan Knight's 6.8 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 Zonovan Knight average in 2025?▾

Javonte Williams averaged 14.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Zonovan Knight averaged 6.8 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 7.3 points per game.

When are Javonte Williams and Zonovan Knight's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Javonte Williams or Zonovan Knight a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Javonte Williams outscored Zonovan Knight by 7.3 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.