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

Michael Mayer is a Las Vegas Raiders tight end who averaged 7.8 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026. Rico Dowdle is a Carolina Panthers running back who averaged 11.6 fantasy points per game across 17 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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TELas Vegas Raiders#14 TE
Michael Mayer
PPG
7.8
Games
6
Rec
28
Rec Yds
266
Rec TDs
1
Targets
34
Bye
Week 13
RBCarolina Panthers
Rico Dowdle
PPG
11.6
Games
17
Rush Yds
1,076
Rush TDs
6
Rec
39
Rec Yds
297
Bye
Week 5

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Michael Mayer vs Rico Dowdle: 2026 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatMichael MayerRico Dowdle
PPG (Half-PPR)7.811.6
Games Played617
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)47197
Rushing Yards01,076
Rush Yds/Game0.063.3
Rushing TDs06
Receptions2839
Receiving Yards266297
Targets3450
Total TDs17
Age2528
Experience3 yrs5 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 13Week 5

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

The start or sit verdict for Michael Mayer 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 Mayer averaged 7.8 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Rico Dowdle averaged 11.6.

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

Michael Mayer averaged 7.8 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026, and Rico Dowdle averaged 11.6 across 17. 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 Mayer and Rico Dowdle average in 2026?▾

Michael Mayer averaged 7.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 6 games in 2026. Rico Dowdle averaged 11.6 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 3.8 points per game.

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

Michael Mayer (LV) has a bye in Week 13, and Rico Dowdle (CAR) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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