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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jordan Mason vs Kyren WilliamsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Kyren Williams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.4 PPG to Jordan Mason's 7.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Kyren Williams is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Kyren Williams outscored Jordan Mason by 6.8 PPG in 2025 with 13 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Kyren Williams is the clear pick. Jordan Mason 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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RBMinnesota Vikings#42

Jordan Mason

PPG

7.6

Games

Rush Yds

758

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 6

RBLos Angeles Rams#11PPG LEADER

Kyren Williams

PPG

14.4

Games

Rush Yds

1,252

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

281

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Jordan Mason

Kyren Williams

Head to Head

7.6 PPG14.4 PPG

16 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Jordan Mason: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #42 at the position). Kyren Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #11 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Jordan Mason is producing at 35% of elite pace and Kyren Williams at 65%. That ranking gap means Kyren Williams carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jordan Mason vs Kyren Williams: The Full Breakdown

The numbers tell a clear story here. Kyren Williams put up 14.4 fantasy points per game for the Los Angeles Rams in 2025, while Jordan Mason managed 7.6 across 16 games with the Minnesota Vikings. A 6.8-point weekly edge is substantial at the running back position.

That 6.8-point weekly advantage for Kyren Williams is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Jordan Mason ran for 758 yards and 6 touchdowns; Kyren Williams posted 1252 and 10. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Jordan Mason sits Week 6 while Kyren Williams is off Week 11. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

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

Did You Know?

•Kyren Williams outscored Jordan Mason by a projected 116 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyren Williams played 17 games in 2025 compared to Jordan Mason's 16. That durability gap means Kyren Williams contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Kyren Williams scored 13 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Kyren Williams caught 36 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jordan Mason vs Kyren Williams: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jordan Mason	Kyren Williams
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.6	14.4
Games Played	16	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	122	245
Rushing Yards	758	1,252
Rush Yds/Game	47.4	73.6
Rushing TDs	6	10
Receptions	14	36
Receiving Yards	51	281
Targets	16	50
Total TDs	6	13
Age	27	25
Experience	3 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Kyren Williams at 14.4 PPG, 6.8 points per game above Jordan Mason's 7.6. 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 Jordan Mason or Kyren Williams in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kyren Williams has the edge at 14.4 PPG compared to Jordan Mason's 7.6 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 Jordan Mason and Kyren Williams average in 2025?▾

Jordan Mason averaged 7.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 6.8 points per game.

When are Jordan Mason and Kyren Williams's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jordan Mason (MIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Kyren Williams (LAR) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jordan Mason or Kyren Williams a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Kyren Williams outscored Jordan Mason by 6.8 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.