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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jaylen Warren vs Kyle MonangaiWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jaylen Warren is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.3 PPG to Kyle Monangai's 8.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jaylen Warren is the better fantasy play this season.

Jaylen Warren is the better play on a neutral week. 12.3 PPG with 1,291 yards gives a reliable baseline. Kyle Monangai at 8.1 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Jaylen Warren higher, but do not fade Kyle Monangai entirely.

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

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RBPittsburgh Steelers#18PPG LEADER

Jaylen Warren

PPG

12.3

Games

Rush Yds

958

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

333

Bye

Week 9

RBChicago Bears#38

Kyle Monangai

PPG

8.1

Games

Rush Yds

783

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

164

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Jaylen Warren

Kyle Monangai

Head to Head

12.3 PPG8.1 PPG

16 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Jaylen Warren: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #18 at the position). Kyle Monangai: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #38 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Jaylen Warren is producing at 56% of elite pace and Kyle Monangai at 37%. That ranking gap means Jaylen Warren carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jaylen Warren vs Kyle Monangai: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Jaylen Warren and Kyle Monangai is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Pittsburgh Steelers running back put up 12.3 PPG in 2025 over 16 games; Kyle Monangai of the Chicago Bears averaged 8.1 in 17. A 4.2-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 4.2 points favors Jaylen Warren, 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.

Jaylen Warren is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 40 targets into 333 yards, while Kyle Monangai profiles as a more traditional rusher with 783 rushing yards and 5 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Jaylen Warren carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Jaylen Warren is off Week 9 and Kyle Monangai Week 10. 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

Jaylen Warren is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Kyle Monangai is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Jaylen Warren (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Kyle Monangai (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Jaylen Warren outscored Kyle Monangai by a projected 71 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyle Monangai played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jaylen Warren's 16. That durability gap means Kyle Monangai contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jaylen Warren scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Jaylen Warren caught 40 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Kyle Monangai is 4 years younger than Jaylen Warren (23 vs 27), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jaylen Warren vs Kyle Monangai: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jaylen Warren	Kyle Monangai
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.3	8.1
Games Played	16	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	197	138
Rushing Yards	958	783
Rush Yds/Game	59.9	46.1
Rushing TDs	6	5
Receptions	40	18
Receiving Yards	333	164
Targets	45	30
Total TDs	8	5
Age	27	23
Experience	3 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 10

Summary

12.3 PPG for Jaylen Warren versus 8.1 for Kyle Monangai in 2025. The baseline favors Jaylen Warren, 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 Jaylen Warren or Kyle Monangai in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jaylen Warren has the edge at 12.3 PPG compared to Kyle Monangai's 8.1 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 Jaylen Warren and Kyle Monangai average in 2025?▾

Jaylen Warren averaged 12.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Kyle Monangai averaged 8.1 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 4.2 points per game.

When are Jaylen Warren and Kyle Monangai's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jaylen Warren (PIT) has a bye in Week 9, and Kyle Monangai (CHI) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jaylen Warren or Kyle Monangai a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Jaylen Warren outscored Kyle Monangai by 4.2 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.