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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Joe Mixon vs Zach CharbonnetWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Joe Mixon is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 16.5 PPG to Zach Charbonnet's 10.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Joe Mixon is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Joe Mixon outscored Zach Charbonnet by 5.8 PPG in 2025 with 12 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Joe Mixon is the clear pick. Zach Charbonnet 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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RBHouston Texans#99PPG LEADER

Joe Mixon

PPG

16.5

Games

Rush Yds

1,165

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

240

Bye

Week 14

RBSeattle Seahawks#28

Zach Charbonnet

PPG

10.7

Games

Rush Yds

730

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

144

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Joe Mixon

Zach Charbonnet

Head to Head

16.5 PPG10.7 PPG

15 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Joe Mixon: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Zach Charbonnet: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #28 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Joe Mixon is producing at 75% of elite pace and Zach Charbonnet at 49%. That ranking gap means Zach Charbonnet carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Joe Mixon vs Zach Charbonnet: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Joe Mixon and Zach Charbonnet is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Houston Texans running back put up 16.5 PPG in 2025 over 15 games; Zach Charbonnet of the Seattle Seahawks averaged 10.7 in 16. A 5.8-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.8 points favors Joe Mixon, 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. Joe Mixon ran for 1165 yards and 11 touchdowns; Zach Charbonnet posted 730 and 12. 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: Joe Mixon is off Week 14 and Zach Charbonnet Week 11. 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

Joe Mixon is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Zach Charbonnet is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Joe Mixon (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Zach Charbonnet (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Joe Mixon outscored Zach Charbonnet by a projected 99 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Zach Charbonnet played 16 games in 2025 compared to Joe Mixon's 15. That durability gap means Zach Charbonnet contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Joe Mixon scored 12 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Joe Mixon caught 32 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Joe Mixon vs Zach Charbonnet: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Joe Mixon	Zach Charbonnet
PPG (Half-PPR)	16.5	10.7
Games Played	15	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	248	171
Rushing Yards	1,165	730
Rush Yds/Game	77.7	45.6
Rushing TDs	11	12
Receptions	32	20
Receiving Yards	240	144
Targets	0	24
Total TDs	12	12
Age	-	25
Experience	-	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 11

Summary

16.5 PPG for Joe Mixon versus 10.7 for Zach Charbonnet in 2025. The baseline favors Joe Mixon, 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 Joe Mixon or Zach Charbonnet in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Joe Mixon has the edge at 16.5 PPG compared to Zach Charbonnet's 10.7 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 Joe Mixon and Zach Charbonnet average in 2025?▾

Joe Mixon averaged 16.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Zach Charbonnet averaged 10.7 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 5.8 points per game.

When are Joe Mixon and Zach Charbonnet's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Joe Mixon (HOU) has a bye in Week 14, and Zach Charbonnet (SEA) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Joe Mixon or Zach Charbonnet a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Joe Mixon outscored Zach Charbonnet by 5.8 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.