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Kyren Williams vs Tank BigsbyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Kyren Williams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.4 PPG to Tank Bigsby's 8.6 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 Tank Bigsby by 5.8 PPG in 2025 with 13 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Kyren Williams is the clear pick. Tank Bigsby 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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RBLos Angeles Rams#11PPG LEADER
Kyren Williams
PPG
14.4
Games
17
Rush Yds
1,252
Rush TDs
10
Rec
36
Rec Yds
281
Bye
Week 11
RBJacksonville Jaguars#99
Tank Bigsby
PPG
8.6
Games
16
Rush Yds
745
Rush TDs
6
Rec
12
Rec Yds
85
Bye
Week 12

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Kyren Williams
Tank Bigsby

Head to Head

14.4 PPG8.6 PPG
17 GP16 GP
Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Kyren Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #11 at the position). Tank Bigsby: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Kyren Williams is producing at 65% of elite pace and Tank Bigsby at 39%. That ranking gap means Kyren Williams carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Kyren Williams vs Tank Bigsby: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Kyren Williams and Tank Bigsby is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Los Angeles Rams running back put up 14.4 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Tank Bigsby of the Jacksonville Jaguars averaged 8.6 in 16. A 5.8-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.8 points favors Kyren Williams, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Kyren Williams ran for 1252 yards and 10 touchdowns; Tank Bigsby posted 745 and 6. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Kyren Williams has his bye in Week 11, and Tank Bigsby rests in Week 12. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

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

Did You Know?

  • Kyren Williams outscored Tank Bigsby by a projected 99 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Kyren Williams played 17 games in 2025 compared to Tank Bigsby'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

Kyren Williams vs Tank Bigsby: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatKyren WilliamsTank Bigsby
PPG (Half-PPR)14.48.6
Games Played1716
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)245138
Rushing Yards1,252745
Rush Yds/Game73.646.6
Rushing TDs106
Receptions3612
Receiving Yards28185
Targets500
Total TDs136
Age25-
Experience3 yrs-
Bye WeekWeek 11Week 12

Summary

14.4 PPG for Kyren Williams versus 8.6 for Tank Bigsby in 2025. The baseline favors Kyren Williams, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Kyren Williams or Tank Bigsby in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Kyren Williams has the edge at 14.4 PPG compared to Tank Bigsby's 8.6 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 Kyren Williams and Tank Bigsby average in 2025?

Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tank Bigsby averaged 8.6 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 5.8 points per game.

When are Kyren Williams and Tank Bigsby's bye weeks in 2026?

Kyren Williams (LAR) has a bye in Week 11, and Tank Bigsby (JAX) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Kyren Williams or Tank Bigsby a better fantasy running back in 2026?

Kyren Williams outscored Tank Bigsby by 5.8 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.