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Michael Carter or Rico DowdleWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

Michael Carter is a Arizona Cardinals running back who averaged 6.3 fantasy points per game across 13 games in 2026. Rico Dowdle is a Pittsburgh Steelers running back who averaged 7.6 fantasy points per game across 5 games in 2026. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.

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RBArizona Cardinals
Michael Carter
PPG
6.3
Games
13
Rush Yds
333
Rush TDs
1
Rec
33
Rec Yds
267
Bye
Week 14
RBPittsburgh Steelers#38 RB
Rico Dowdle
PPG
7.6
Games
5
Rush Yds
174
Rush TDs
1
Rec
13
Rec Yds
82
Bye
Week 9

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Michael Carter vs Rico Dowdle: 2026 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatMichael CarterRico Dowdle
PPG (Half-PPR)6.37.6
Games Played135
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)8238
Rushing Yards333174
Rush Yds/Game25.634.8
Rushing TDs11
Receptions3313
Receiving Yards26782
Targets4517
Total TDs11
Age2728
Experience4 yrs6 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 14Week 9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Michael Carter or Rico Dowdle in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for Michael Carter and Rico Dowdle is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Michael Carter averaged 6.3 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Rico Dowdle averaged 7.6.

Should I draft Michael Carter or Rico Dowdle in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Michael Carter averaged 6.3 fantasy points per game across 13 games in 2026, and Rico Dowdle averaged 7.6 across 5. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.

How many fantasy points did Michael Carter and Rico Dowdle average in 2026?▾

Michael Carter averaged 6.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2026. Rico Dowdle averaged 7.6 PPG over 5 games. That is a difference of 1.3 points per game.

When are Michael Carter and Rico Dowdle's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Michael Carter (ARI) has a bye in Week 14, and Rico Dowdle (PIT) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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