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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Kyle Monangai vs Ty JohnsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Kyle Monangai is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.1 PPG to Ty Johnson's 5.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Kyle Monangai is the better fantasy play this season.

Kyle Monangai is the better play on a neutral week. 8.1 PPG with 947 yards gives a reliable baseline. Ty Johnson at 5.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Kyle Monangai higher, but do not fade Ty Johnson entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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RBChicago Bears#38PPG LEADER

Kyle Monangai

PPG

8.1

Games

Rush Yds

783

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

164

Bye

Week 10

RBBuffalo Bills#99

Ty Johnson

PPG

5.2

Games

Rush Yds

200

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

263

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Kyle Monangai

Ty Johnson

Head to Head

8.1 PPG5.2 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Kyle Monangai: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #38 at the position). Ty Johnson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Kyle Monangai is producing at 37% of elite pace and Ty Johnson at 24%. That ranking gap means Kyle Monangai carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Kyle Monangai vs Ty Johnson: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Kyle Monangai and Ty Johnson for your lineup, you are not alone. Kyle Monangai finished the 2025 season at 8.1 PPG for the Chicago Bears (17 games), and Ty Johnson averaged 5.2 for the Buffalo Bills (17 games).

That 2.9-point weekly advantage for Kyle Monangai 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. Kyle Monangai ran for 783 yards and 5 touchdowns; Ty Johnson posted 200 and 3. 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: Kyle Monangai sits Week 10 while Ty Johnson is off Week 12. 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

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: Kyle Monangai (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Ty Johnson (age 28, 7 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Kyle Monangai outscored Ty Johnson by a projected 49 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyle Monangai scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Kyle Monangai is 5 years younger than Ty Johnson (23 vs 28), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Kyle Monangai vs Ty Johnson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kyle Monangai	Ty Johnson
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.1	5.2
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	138	88
Rushing Yards	783	200
Rush Yds/Game	46.1	11.8
Rushing TDs	5	3
Receptions	18	24
Receiving Yards	164	263
Targets	30	33
Total TDs	5	5
Age	23	28
Experience	-	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 12

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Kyle Monangai at 8.1 PPG, 2.9 points per game above Ty Johnson's 5.2. 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 Kyle Monangai or Ty Johnson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kyle Monangai has the edge at 8.1 PPG compared to Ty Johnson's 5.2 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 Kyle Monangai and Ty Johnson average in 2025?▾

Kyle Monangai averaged 8.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Ty Johnson averaged 5.2 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 2.9 points per game.

When are Kyle Monangai and Ty Johnson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Kyle Monangai (CHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Ty Johnson (BUF) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Kyle Monangai or Ty Johnson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Kyle Monangai outscored Ty Johnson by 2.9 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.