Michael Carter vs Tyler Allgeier: Who Should You Start?
This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Michael Carter finished the 2025 season at 6.3 PPG over 13 games with the Tennessee Titans, while Tyler Allgeier clocked in at 6.8 across 17 appearances for the Arizona Cardinals. A 0.5-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. Michael Carter ran for 333 yards and 1 touchdowns; Tyler Allgeier posted 514 and 8. 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: Michael Carter is off Week 5 and Tyler Allgeier Week 11. 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.
