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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Kyren Williams vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.Who should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Kyren Williams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.4 PPG to Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s 9.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Kyren Williams is the better fantasy play this season.

Kyren Williams is the better play on a neutral week. 14.4 PPG with 1,533 yards gives a reliable baseline. Tyrone Tracy Jr. at 9.5 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Kyren Williams higher, but do not fade Tyrone Tracy Jr. entirely.

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

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RBLos Angeles Rams#11PPG LEADER

Kyren Williams

PPG

14.4

Games

Rush Yds

1,252

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

281

Bye

Week 11

RBNew York Giants#31

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

PPG

9.5

Games

Rush Yds

740

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

288

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Kyren Williams

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

Head to Head

14.4 PPG9.5 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Kyren Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #11 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, Kyren Williams is producing at 65% of elite pace and Tyrone Tracy Jr. at 43%. That ranking gap means Kyren Williams carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Kyren Williams vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Kyren Williams and Tyrone Tracy Jr. is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Los Angeles Rams running back put up 14.4 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Tyrone Tracy Jr. of the New York Giants averaged 9.5 in 15. A 4.9-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 4.9 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; 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: Kyren Williams is off Week 11 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

Kyren Williams is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Tyrone Tracy Jr. 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. Tyrone Tracy Jr. (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Kyren Williams outscored Tyrone Tracy Jr. by a projected 83 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyren Williams played 17 games in 2025 compared to Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s 15. 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.
•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

Kyren Williams vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kyren Williams	Tyrone Tracy Jr.
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.4	9.5
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	245	143
Rushing Yards	1,252	740
Rush Yds/Game	73.6	49.3
Rushing TDs	10	2
Receptions	36	36
Receiving Yards	281	288
Targets	50	48
Total TDs	13	4
Age	25	26
Experience	3 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 8

Summary

14.4 PPG for Kyren Williams versus 9.5 for Tyrone Tracy Jr. 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 Tyrone Tracy Jr. in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kyren Williams has the edge at 14.4 PPG compared to Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s 9.5 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 Tyrone Tracy Jr. average in 2025?▾

Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 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 4.9 points per game.

When are Kyren Williams and Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s bye weeks in 2026?▾

Kyren Williams (LAR) has a bye in Week 11, and Tyrone Tracy Jr. (NYG) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Kyren Williams or Tyrone Tracy Jr. a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Kyren Williams outscored Tyrone Tracy Jr. by 4.9 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.