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Jaylen Warren vs Tyler WarrenWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jaylen Warren is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.3 PPG to Tyler Warren's 8.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jaylen Warren is the better fantasy play this season.

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Jaylen Warren (12.3 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Tyler Warren (8.9 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

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
16
Rush Yds
958
Rush TDs
6
Rec
40
Rec Yds
333
Bye
Week 9
TEIndianapolis Colts#12
Tyler Warren
PPG
8.9
Games
17
Rec
76
Rec Yds
817
Rec TDs
4
Targets
112
Bye
Week 13

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Jaylen Warren
Tyler Warren

Head to Head

12.3 PPG8.9 PPG
16 GP17 GP
Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 13

Fantasy Tiers

Jaylen Warren: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #18 at the position). Tyler Warren: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE (ranked #12 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE in most league formats.

Jaylen Warren vs Tyler Warren: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Jaylen Warren (RB, Pittsburgh Steelers) against Tyler Warren (TE, Indianapolis Colts) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Jaylen Warren averaged 12.3 PPG in 2025 over 16 games, while Tyler Warren posted 8.9 PPG across 17 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

Jaylen Warren has his bye in Week 9, Tyler Warren in Week 13. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Jaylen Warren is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Tyler Warren 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. Tyler Warren (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

  • Jaylen Warren outscored Tyler Warren by a projected 58 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Tyler Warren played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jaylen Warren's 16. That durability gap means Tyler Warren 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.
  • Tyler Warren caught 76 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jaylen Warren vs Tyler Warren: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatJaylen WarrenTyler Warren
PPG (Half-PPR)12.38.9
Games Played1617
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)197151
Rushing Yards9588
Rush Yds/Game59.90.5
Rushing TDs61
Receptions4076
Receiving Yards333817
Targets45112
Total TDs85
Age2724
Experience3 yrs-
Bye WeekWeek 9Week 13

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jaylen Warren at 12.3 PPG, 3.4 points per game above Tyler Warren's 8.9. 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 Jaylen Warren or Tyler Warren in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Jaylen Warren has the edge at 12.3 PPG compared to Tyler Warren's 8.9 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 Jaylen Warren and Tyler Warren average in 2025?

Jaylen Warren averaged 12.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Tyler Warren averaged 8.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 3.4 points per game.

When are Jaylen Warren and Tyler Warren's bye weeks in 2026?

Jaylen Warren (PIT) has a bye in Week 9, and Tyler Warren (IND) has a bye in Week 13. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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