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Jonathan Taylor or Michael CarterWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

Heads up: Michael Carter is listed out (abdomen) as of . The call below weighs season production, not this week's status.

Jonathan Taylor is a Indianapolis Colts running back who averaged 18.5 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026. Michael Carter is a Arizona Cardinals running back who averaged 6.3 fantasy points per game across 13 games in 2026. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.

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RBIndianapolis Colts#5 RB
Jonathan Taylor
PPG
18.5
Games
6
Rush Yds
492
Rush TDs
7
Rec
15
Rec Yds
163
Bye
Week 13
RBArizona Cardinals
Michael Carter
PPG
6.3
Games
13
Rush Yds
333
Rush TDs
1
Rec
33
Rec Yds
267
Bye
Week 14

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jonathan Taylor vs Michael Carter: 2026 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatJonathan TaylorMichael Carter
PPG (Half-PPR)18.56.3
Games Played613
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)11182
Rushing Yards492333
Rush Yds/Game82.025.6
Rushing TDs71
Receptions1533
Receiving Yards163267
Targets2345
Total TDs71
Age2727
Experience6 yrs4 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 13Week 14

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Jonathan Taylor or Michael Carter in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for Jonathan Taylor and Michael Carter is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Jonathan Taylor averaged 18.5 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Michael Carter averaged 6.3.

Should I draft Jonathan Taylor or Michael Carter in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Jonathan Taylor averaged 18.5 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026, and Michael Carter averaged 6.3 across 13. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.

How many fantasy points did Jonathan Taylor and Michael Carter average in 2026?▾

Jonathan Taylor averaged 18.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 6 games in 2026. Michael Carter averaged 6.3 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 12.2 points per game.

When are Jonathan Taylor and Michael Carter's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jonathan Taylor (IND) has a bye in Week 13, and Michael Carter (ARI) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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