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Ty Johnson vs Tyler AllgeierWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tyler Allgeier is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.8 PPG to Ty Johnson's 5.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyler Allgeier is the better fantasy play this season.

Tyler Allgeier is the better play on a neutral week. 6.8 PPG with 610 yards gives a reliable baseline. Ty Johnson at 5.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Tyler Allgeier higher, but do not fade Ty Johnson entirely.

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

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RBBuffalo Bills#99
Ty Johnson
PPG
5.2
Games
17
Rush Yds
200
Rush TDs
3
Rec
24
Rec Yds
263
Bye
Week 12
RBAtlanta Falcons#49PPG LEADER
Tyler Allgeier
PPG
6.8
Games
17
Rush Yds
514
Rush TDs
8
Rec
14
Rec Yds
96
Bye
Week 11

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Ty Johnson
Tyler Allgeier

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5.2 PPG6.8 PPG
17 GP17 GP
Bye: Week 12Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Ty Johnson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Tyler Allgeier: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #49 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Ty Johnson is producing at 24% of elite pace and Tyler Allgeier at 31%. That ranking gap means Tyler Allgeier carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Ty Johnson vs Tyler Allgeier: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Ty Johnson and Tyler Allgeier is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Buffalo Bills running back put up 5.2 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Tyler Allgeier of the Atlanta Falcons averaged 6.8 in 17. A 1.6-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 1.6 points favors Tyler Allgeier, 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. Ty Johnson ran for 200 yards and 3 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.

Ty Johnson has his bye in Week 12, and Tyler Allgeier rests in Week 11. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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: Ty Johnson (age 28, 7 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. Tyler Allgeier (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

  • Tyler Allgeier outscored Ty Johnson by a projected 27 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Tyler Allgeier scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Ty Johnson vs Tyler Allgeier: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatTy JohnsonTyler Allgeier
PPG (Half-PPR)5.26.8
Games Played1717
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)88116
Rushing Yards200514
Rush Yds/Game11.830.2
Rushing TDs38
Receptions2414
Receiving Yards26396
Targets3316
Total TDs58
Age2826
Experience7 yrs3 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 12Week 11

Summary

6.8 PPG for Tyler Allgeier versus 5.2 for Ty Johnson in 2025. The baseline favors Tyler Allgeier, 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 Ty Johnson or Tyler Allgeier in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyler Allgeier has the edge at 6.8 PPG compared to Ty Johnson's 5.2 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 Ty Johnson and Tyler Allgeier average in 2025?

Ty Johnson averaged 5.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tyler Allgeier averaged 6.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.6 points per game.

When are Ty Johnson and Tyler Allgeier's bye weeks in 2026?

Ty Johnson (BUF) has a bye in Week 12, and Tyler Allgeier (ATL) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Ty Johnson or Tyler Allgeier a better fantasy running back in 2026?

Tyler Allgeier outscored Ty Johnson by 1.6 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.

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