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Aaron Jones vs Jawhar JordanWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Aaron Jones over Jawhar Jordan in 2026.

Aaron Jones averaged 8.7 PPG in 2025 to Jawhar Jordan's 6.6, a 2.1 point per game edge. Jones also stayed healthier, playing 12 games to 4, which steadies his weekly floor. Both land in Tier 6 at the position, so this is closer than the raw gap suggests.

The Bottom Line

Aaron Jones is the better play on a neutral week. 8.7 PPG with 747 yards gives a reliable baseline. Jawhar Jordan at 6.6 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Aaron Jones higher, but do not fade Jawhar Jordan entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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RBMinnesota Vikings#34PPG LEADER

Aaron Jones

PPG

8.7

Games

Rush Yds

548

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

199

Bye

Week 6

RBHouston Texans#50

Jawhar Jordan

PPG

6.6

Games

Rush Yds

193

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Aaron Jones

Jawhar Jordan

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8.7 PPG6.6 PPG

12 GP4 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Aaron Jones: Tier 6 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #34 at the position). Jawhar Jordan: Tier 6 (Deep League) RB (ranked #50 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Aaron Jones is producing at 40% of elite pace and Jawhar Jordan at 30%. That ranking gap means Aaron Jones carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Aaron Jones vs Jawhar Jordan: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Aaron Jones and Jawhar Jordan for your lineup, you are not alone. Aaron Jones finished the 2025 season at 8.7 PPG for the Minnesota Vikings (12 games), and Jawhar Jordan averaged 6.6 for the Houston Texans (4 games).

That 2.1-point weekly advantage for Aaron Jones is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Aaron Jones ran for 548 yards and 2 touchdowns; Jawhar Jordan posted 193 and undefined. 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: Aaron Jones is off Week 6 and Jawhar Jordan Week 8. 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: Aaron Jones (age 31, 8 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. Jawhar Jordan (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Aaron Jones outscored Jawhar Jordan by a projected 36 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Aaron Jones played 12 games in 2025 compared to Jawhar Jordan's 4. That durability gap means Aaron Jones contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jawhar Jordan is 5 years younger than Aaron Jones (26 vs 31), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Aaron Jones vs Jawhar Jordan: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Aaron Jones	Jawhar Jordan
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.7	6.6
Games Played	12	4
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	104	26
Rushing Yards	548	193
Rush Yds/Game	45.7	48.3
Rushing TDs	2	0
Receptions	28	7
Receiving Yards	199	34
Targets	41	7
Total TDs	3	0
Age	31	26
Experience	8 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 8

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Aaron Jones at 8.7 PPG, 2.1 points per game above Jawhar Jordan's 6.6. 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 Aaron Jones or Jawhar Jordan in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Aaron Jones has the edge at 8.7 PPG compared to Jawhar Jordan's 6.6 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 Aaron Jones and Jawhar Jordan average in 2025?▾

Aaron Jones averaged 8.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Jawhar Jordan averaged 6.6 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 2.1 points per game.

When are Aaron Jones and Jawhar Jordan's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Aaron Jones (MIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Jawhar Jordan (HOU) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Aaron Jones or Jawhar Jordan a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Aaron Jones outscored Jawhar Jordan by 2.1 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.