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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Nick Chubb vs Zonovan KnightWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Zonovan Knight is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.8 PPG to Nick Chubb's 5.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Zonovan Knight is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Zonovan Knight and Nick Chubb are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.3-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBHouston Texans#59

Nick Chubb

PPG

5.5

Games

Rush Yds

506

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 8

RBArizona Cardinals#99PPG LEADER

Zonovan Knight

PPG

6.8

Games

Rush Yds

269

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

160

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Nick Chubb

Zonovan Knight

Head to Head

5.5 PPG6.8 PPG

15 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Nick Chubb: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #59 at the position). Zonovan Knight: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Nick Chubb is producing at 25% of elite pace and Zonovan Knight at 31%. That ranking gap means Nick Chubb carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Nick Chubb vs Zonovan Knight: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Nick Chubb finished the 2025 season at 5.5 PPG over 15 games with the Houston Texans, while Zonovan Knight clocked in at 6.8 across 12 appearances for the Arizona Cardinals. A 1.3-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. Nick Chubb ran for 506 yards and 3 touchdowns; Zonovan Knight posted 269 and 4. 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: Nick Chubb is off Week 8 and Zonovan Knight 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.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Nick Chubb (age 30, 7 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. Zonovan Knight (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Zonovan Knight outscored Nick Chubb by a projected 22 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Nick Chubb played 15 games in 2025 compared to Zonovan Knight's 12. That durability gap means Nick Chubb contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Zonovan Knight scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Zonovan Knight is 5 years younger than Nick Chubb (25 vs 30), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Nick Chubb vs Zonovan Knight: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Nick Chubb	Zonovan Knight
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.5	6.8
Games Played	15	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	83	82
Rushing Yards	506	269
Rush Yds/Game	33.7	22.4
Rushing TDs	3	4
Receptions	13	22
Receiving Yards	67	160
Targets	20	31
Total TDs	3	5
Age	30	25
Experience	7 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 11

Summary

6.8 PPG for Zonovan Knight versus 5.5 for Nick Chubb in 2025. The baseline favors Zonovan Knight, 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 Nick Chubb or Zonovan Knight in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Zonovan Knight has the edge at 6.8 PPG compared to Nick Chubb's 5.5 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 Nick Chubb and Zonovan Knight average in 2025?▾

Nick Chubb averaged 5.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Zonovan Knight averaged 6.8 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 1.3 points per game.

When are Nick Chubb and Zonovan Knight's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Nick Chubb (HOU) has a bye in Week 8, and Zonovan Knight (ARI) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Nick Chubb or Zonovan Knight a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Zonovan Knight outscored Nick Chubb by 1.3 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.