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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Kyle Monangai vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.Who should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tyrone Tracy Jr. is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.5 PPG to Kyle Monangai's 8.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyrone Tracy Jr. is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Tyrone Tracy Jr. and Kyle Monangai are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.4-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBChicago Bears#38

Kyle Monangai

PPG

8.1

Games

Rush Yds

783

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

164

Bye

Week 10

RBNew York Giants#31PPG LEADER

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

PPG

9.5

Games

Rush Yds

740

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

288

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Kyle Monangai

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

Head to Head

8.1 PPG9.5 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Kyle Monangai: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #38 at the position). Tyrone Tracy Jr.: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #31 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Kyle Monangai is producing at 37% of elite pace and Tyrone Tracy Jr. at 43%. That ranking gap means Tyrone Tracy Jr. carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Kyle Monangai vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Kyle Monangai finished the 2025 season at 8.1 PPG over 17 games with the Chicago Bears, while Tyrone Tracy Jr. clocked in at 9.5 across 15 appearances for the New York Giants. A 1.4-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. Kyle Monangai ran for 783 yards and 5 touchdowns; Tyrone Tracy Jr. posted 740 and 2. 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: Kyle Monangai is off Week 10 and Tyrone Tracy Jr. Week 8. 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

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. Tyrone Tracy Jr. (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Tyrone Tracy Jr. outscored Kyle Monangai by a projected 24 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyle Monangai played 17 games in 2025 compared to Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s 15. That durability gap means Kyle Monangai contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Kyle Monangai scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Tyrone Tracy Jr. caught 36 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Kyle Monangai vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kyle Monangai	Tyrone Tracy Jr.
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.1	9.5
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	138	143
Rushing Yards	783	740
Rush Yds/Game	46.1	49.3
Rushing TDs	5	2
Receptions	18	36
Receiving Yards	164	288
Targets	30	48
Total TDs	5	4
Age	23	26
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 8

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Tyrone Tracy Jr. at 9.5 PPG, 1.4 points per game above Kyle Monangai's 8.1. 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 Tyrone Tracy Jr. in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyrone Tracy Jr. has the edge at 9.5 PPG compared to Kyle Monangai's 8.1 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 Tyrone Tracy Jr. average in 2025?▾

Kyle Monangai averaged 8.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tyrone Tracy Jr. averaged 9.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.4 points per game.

When are Kyle Monangai and Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s bye weeks in 2026?▾

Kyle Monangai (CHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Tyrone Tracy Jr. (NYG) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Kyle Monangai or Tyrone Tracy Jr. a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Tyrone Tracy Jr. outscored Kyle Monangai by 1.4 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.