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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jerome Ford vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.Who should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tyrone Tracy Jr. is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.5 PPG to Jerome Ford's 8.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyrone Tracy Jr. is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Tyrone Tracy Jr. and Jerome Ford are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.1-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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RBCleveland Browns#99

Jerome Ford

PPG

8.4

Games

Rush Yds

582

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

215

Bye

Week 10

RBNew York Giants#31PPG LEADER

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

PPG

9.5

Games

Rush Yds

740

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

288

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Jerome Ford

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

Head to Head

8.4 PPG9.5 PPG

15 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Jerome Ford: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Tyrone Tracy Jr.: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #31 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Jerome Ford is producing at 38% of elite pace and Tyrone Tracy Jr. at 43%. That ranking gap means Tyrone Tracy Jr. carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jerome Ford vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Jerome Ford and Tyrone Tracy Jr. is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 1.1 PPG in 2025, this is one of those running back decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Jerome Ford averaged 8.4 PPG with the Cleveland Browns across 15 games, and Tyrone Tracy Jr. posted 9.5 with the New York Giants in 15.

When two running backs are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Jerome Ford ran for 582 yards and 3 touchdowns; Tyrone Tracy Jr. posted 740 and 2. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Jerome Ford has his bye in Week 10, and Tyrone Tracy Jr. rests in Week 8. 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

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: Jerome Ford (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Tyrone Tracy Jr. (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Tyrone Tracy Jr. outscored Jerome Ford by a projected 19 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jerome Ford scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Tyrone Tracy Jr. caught 36 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jerome Ford vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jerome Ford	Tyrone Tracy Jr.
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.4	9.5
Games Played	15	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	126	143
Rushing Yards	582	740
Rush Yds/Game	38.8	49.3
Rushing TDs	3	2
Receptions	28	36
Receiving Yards	215	288
Targets	0	48
Total TDs	4	4
Age	-	26
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 8

Summary

9.5 PPG for Tyrone Tracy Jr. versus 8.4 for Jerome Ford in 2025. The baseline favors Tyrone Tracy Jr., 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 Jerome Ford or Tyrone Tracy Jr. in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyrone Tracy Jr. has the edge at 9.5 PPG compared to Jerome Ford's 8.4 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 Jerome Ford and Tyrone Tracy Jr. average in 2025?▾

Jerome Ford averaged 8.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Tyrone Tracy Jr. averaged 9.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.1 points per game.

When are Jerome Ford and Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jerome Ford (CLE) has a bye in Week 10, and Tyrone Tracy Jr. (NYG) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jerome Ford or Tyrone Tracy Jr. a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Tyrone Tracy Jr. outscored Jerome Ford by 1.1 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.