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Austin Ekeler or Chase BrownWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

Austin Ekeler is a Washington Commanders running back who averaged 9.0 fantasy points per game across 14 games in 2025. Chase Brown is a Cincinnati Bengals running back who averaged 14.6 fantasy points per game across 17 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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RBWashington Commanders
Austin Ekeler
PPG
9.0
Games
14
Rush Yds
425
Rush TDs
3
Rec
45
Rec Yds
360
Bye
Week 14
RBCincinnati Bengals#9 RB
Chase Brown
PPG
14.6
Games
17
Rush Yds
1,019
Rush TDs
6
Rec
69
Rec Yds
437
Bye
Week 6

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Austin Ekeler vs Chase Brown: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatAustin EkelerChase Brown
PPG (Half-PPR)9.014.6
Games Played1417
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)126248
Rushing Yards4251,019
Rush Yds/Game30.459.9
Rushing TDs36
Receptions4569
Receiving Yards360437
Targets088
Total TDs511
Age-26
Experience-2 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 14Week 6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Austin Ekeler or Chase Brown in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for Austin Ekeler and Chase Brown is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Austin Ekeler averaged 9.0 fantasy points per game in 2025 and Chase Brown averaged 14.6.

Should I draft Austin Ekeler or Chase Brown in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Austin Ekeler averaged 9.0 fantasy points per game across 14 games in 2025, and Chase Brown averaged 14.6 across 17. 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 Austin Ekeler and Chase Brown average in 2025?▾

Austin Ekeler averaged 9.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Chase Brown averaged 14.6 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 5.6 points per game.

When are Austin Ekeler and Chase Brown's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Austin Ekeler (WAS) has a bye in Week 14, and Chase Brown (CIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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