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Updated from live statsA.J. Brown or Saquon BarkleyWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
Heads up: A.J. Brown is listed out (ankle) and Saquon Barkley is listed out (hamstring) as of . The call below weighs season production, not this week's status.
A.J. Brown is a Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver who averaged 12.1 fantasy points per game across 15 games in 2025. Saquon Barkley is a Philadelphia Eagles running back who averaged 13.4 fantasy points per game across 16 games in 2025. 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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Detailed Stat Breakdown
| Stat | A.J. Brown | Saquon Barkley |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 12.1 | 13.4 |
| Games Played | 15 | 16 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 182 | 214 |
| Rushing Yards | 0 | 1,140 |
| Rush Yds/Game | 0.0 | 71.3 |
| Rushing TDs | 0 | 7 |
| Receptions | 78 | 37 |
| Receiving Yards | 1,003 | 273 |
| Targets | 121 | 50 |
| Total TDs | 7 | 9 |
| Age | 29 | 29 |
| Experience | 6 yrs | 7 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 10 | Week 10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start A.J. Brown or Saquon Barkley in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for A.J. Brown and Saquon Barkley is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, A.J. Brown averaged 12.1 fantasy points per game in 2025 and Saquon Barkley averaged 13.4.
Should I draft A.J. Brown or Saquon Barkley in 2026 fantasy football?▾
A.J. Brown averaged 12.1 fantasy points per game across 15 games in 2025, and Saquon Barkley averaged 13.4 across 16. 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 A.J. Brown and Saquon Barkley average in 2025?▾
A.J. Brown averaged 12.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Saquon Barkley averaged 13.4 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 1.3 points per game.
Do A.J. Brown and Saquon Barkley share a bye week?▾
Yes, both A.J. Brown and Saquon Barkley share a Week 10 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.
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