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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

Alec Pierce vs Tony PollardWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Alec Pierce over Tony Pollard in 2026.

Alec Pierce averaged 10.7 PPG in 2025 to Tony Pollard's 10.0, a 0.7 point per game edge. They play different positions, so weigh the per-game edge against what your roster needs at WR and RB. Alec Pierce is Tier 3 among wide receivers, Tony Pollard is Tier 5 among running backs.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Alec Pierce (10.7 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Tony Pollard (10.0 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

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

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WRIndianapolis Colts#22PPG LEADER

Alec Pierce

PPG

10.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,003

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 13

RBTennessee Titans#30

Tony Pollard

PPG

10.0

Games

Rush Yds

1,082

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

206

Bye

Week 9

The Edge Chart

Alec Pierce

Tony Pollard

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10.7 PPG10.0 PPG

15 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

Alec Pierce: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #22 at the position). Tony Pollard: Tier 5 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #30 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 5 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB in most league formats.

Alec Pierce vs Tony Pollard: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Alec Pierce (WR, Indianapolis Colts) against Tony Pollard (RB, Tennessee Titans) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Alec Pierce averaged 10.7 PPG in 2025 over 15 games, while Tony Pollard posted 10.0 PPG across 17 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

Alec Pierce has his bye in Week 13, Tony Pollard in Week 9. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

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: Alec Pierce (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Tony Pollard (age 29, 6 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Alec Pierce outscored Tony Pollard by a projected 12 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tony Pollard played 17 games in 2025 compared to Alec Pierce's 15. That durability gap means Tony Pollard contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Alec Pierce scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Alec Pierce saw 84 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Alec Pierce vs Tony Pollard: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Alec Pierce	Tony Pollard
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.7	10.0
Games Played	15	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	161	170
Rushing Yards	0	1,082
Rush Yds/Game	0.0	63.6
Rushing TDs	0	5
Receptions	47	33
Receiving Yards	1,003	206
Targets	84	41
Total TDs	6	5
Age	26	29
Experience	3 yrs	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 9

Summary

10.7 PPG for Alec Pierce versus 10.0 for Tony Pollard in 2025. The baseline favors Alec Pierce, 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 Alec Pierce or Tony Pollard in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Alec Pierce has the edge at 10.7 PPG compared to Tony Pollard's 10.0 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 Alec Pierce and Tony Pollard average in 2025?▾

Alec Pierce averaged 10.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Tony Pollard averaged 10.0 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.7 points per game.

When are Alec Pierce and Tony Pollard's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Alec Pierce (IND) has a bye in Week 13, and Tony Pollard (TEN) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.