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Josh Jacobs vs Kyren Williams

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

RBGreen Bay PackersPPG LEADER
Josh Jacobs
PPG
14.6
Games
15
Rush Yds
929
Rush TDs
13
Rec
36
Rec Yds
282
Bye
Week 10
RBLos Angeles Rams
Kyren Williams
PPG
14.4
Games
17
Rush Yds
1,252
Rush TDs
10
Rec
36
Rec Yds
281
Bye
Week 6

Head to Head

14.6 PPG14.4 PPG
15 GP17 GP
Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 6

Josh Jacobs vs Kyren Williams: Who Should You Start?

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Josh Jacobs finished the 2025 season at 14.6 PPG over 15 games with the Green Bay Packers, while Kyren Williams clocked in at 14.4 across 17 appearances for the Los Angeles Rams. A 0.2-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Josh Jacobs ran for 929 yards and 13 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.

One scheduling note: Josh Jacobs is off Week 10 and Kyren Williams Week 6. 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.

The Bottom Line

The 2025 numbers favor Josh Jacobs at 14.6 PPG, 0.2 points per game above Kyren Williams's 14.4. 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 Josh Jacobs or Kyren Williams in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Josh Jacobs has the edge at 14.6 PPG compared to Kyren Williams's 14.4 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 Josh Jacobs and Kyren Williams average in 2025?

Josh Jacobs averaged 14.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.2 points per game.

When are Josh Jacobs and Kyren Williams's bye weeks in 2026?

Josh Jacobs (GB) has a bye in Week 10, and Kyren Williams (LAR) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Josh Jacobs or Kyren Williams a better fantasy running back in 2026?

Josh Jacobs outscored Kyren Williams by 0.2 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.