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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Tyler Allgeier vs Zonovan KnightWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

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

The Bottom Line

Tyler Allgeier is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Tyler Allgeier and Zonovan Knight are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.0-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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RBAtlanta Falcons#49PPG LEADER

Tyler Allgeier

PPG

6.8

Games

Rush Yds

514

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 11

RBArizona Cardinals#99

Zonovan Knight

PPG

6.8

Games

Rush Yds

269

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

160

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Tyler Allgeier

Zonovan Knight

Head to Head

6.8 PPG6.8 PPG

17 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

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

Tyler Allgeier vs Zonovan Knight: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Tyler Allgeier and Zonovan Knight is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.0 PPG in 2025, this is one of those running back decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Tyler Allgeier averaged 6.8 PPG with the Atlanta Falcons across 17 games, and Zonovan Knight posted 6.8 with the Arizona Cardinals in 12.

When two running backs are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Tyler Allgeier ran for 514 yards and 8 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.

Both share a Week 11 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking running backs this deep on your bench, plan your replacement running back early.

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: Tyler Allgeier (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Zonovan Knight (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Tyler Allgeier outscored Zonovan Knight by a projected 0 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyler Allgeier played 17 games in 2025 compared to Zonovan Knight's 12. That durability gap means Tyler Allgeier contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tyler Allgeier scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Both players share a Week 11 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Tyler Allgeier vs Zonovan Knight: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Tyler Allgeier	Zonovan Knight
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.8	6.8
Games Played	17	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	116	82
Rushing Yards	514	269
Rush Yds/Game	30.2	22.4
Rushing TDs	8	4
Receptions	14	22
Receiving Yards	96	160
Targets	16	31
Total TDs	8	5
Age	26	25
Experience	3 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Tyler Allgeier at 6.8 PPG, 0.0 points per game above Zonovan Knight's 6.8. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Tyler Allgeier or Zonovan Knight in fantasy football?▾

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

Tyler Allgeier averaged 6.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Zonovan Knight averaged 6.8 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 0.0 points per game.

Do Tyler Allgeier and Zonovan Knight share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Tyler Allgeier and Zonovan Knight share a Week 11 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is Tyler Allgeier or Zonovan Knight a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Tyler Allgeier outscored Zonovan Knight by 0.0 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.