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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jawhar Jordan vs Ty ChandlerWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jawhar Jordan is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.6 PPG to Ty Chandler's 5.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jawhar Jordan is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Jawhar Jordan and Ty Chandler are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.7-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBHouston Texans#50PPG LEADER

Jawhar Jordan

PPG

6.6

Games

Rush Yds

193

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 8

RBMinnesota Vikings#99

Ty Chandler

PPG

5.9

Games

Rush Yds

265

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

135

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Jawhar Jordan

Ty Chandler

Head to Head

6.6 PPG5.9 PPG

4 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Jawhar Jordan: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #50 at the position). Ty Chandler: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Jawhar Jordan is producing at 30% of elite pace and Ty Chandler at 27%. That ranking gap means Jawhar Jordan carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jawhar Jordan vs Ty Chandler: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Jawhar Jordan finished the 2025 season at 6.6 PPG over 4 games with the Houston Texans, while Ty Chandler clocked in at 5.9 across 14 appearances for the Minnesota Vikings. A 0.7-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Jawhar Jordan ran for 193 yards and undefined touchdowns; Ty Chandler posted 265 and 2. 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: Jawhar Jordan is off Week 8 and Ty Chandler Week 6. 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.

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: Jawhar Jordan (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Ty Chandler (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Jawhar Jordan outscored Ty Chandler by a projected 12 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ty Chandler played 14 games in 2025 compared to Jawhar Jordan's 4. That durability gap means Ty Chandler contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jawhar Jordan vs Ty Chandler: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jawhar Jordan	Ty Chandler
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.6	5.9
Games Played	4	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	26	83
Rushing Yards	193	265
Rush Yds/Game	48.3	18.9
Rushing TDs	0	2
Receptions	7	18
Receiving Yards	34	135
Targets	7	0
Total TDs	0	3
Age	26	-
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 6

Summary

6.6 PPG for Jawhar Jordan versus 5.9 for Ty Chandler in 2025. The baseline favors Jawhar Jordan, 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 Jawhar Jordan or Ty Chandler in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jawhar Jordan has the edge at 6.6 PPG compared to Ty Chandler's 5.9 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 Jawhar Jordan and Ty Chandler average in 2025?▾

Jawhar Jordan averaged 6.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 4 games in 2025. Ty Chandler averaged 5.9 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 0.7 points per game.

When are Jawhar Jordan and Ty Chandler's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jawhar Jordan (HOU) has a bye in Week 8, and Ty Chandler (MIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jawhar Jordan or Ty Chandler a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Jawhar Jordan outscored Ty Chandler by 0.7 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.