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Updated June 5, 2026 from live stats

Austin Ekeler vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.Who should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tyrone Tracy Jr. is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.5 PPG to Austin Ekeler's 9.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyrone Tracy Jr. is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Tyrone Tracy Jr. edges Austin Ekeler by 0.5 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Tyrone Tracy Jr. goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

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RBWashington Commanders#99

Austin Ekeler

PPG

9.0

Games

Rush Yds

425

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

360

Bye

Week 14

RBNew York Giants#31PPG LEADER

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

PPG

9.5

Games

Rush Yds

740

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

288

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Austin Ekeler

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

Head to Head

9.0 PPG9.5 PPG

14 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Austin Ekeler: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Tyrone Tracy Jr.: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #31 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Austin Ekeler is producing at 41% of elite pace and Tyrone Tracy Jr. at 43%. That ranking gap means Tyrone Tracy Jr. carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Austin Ekeler vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.: The Full Breakdown

Austin Ekeler (9.0 PPG) and Tyrone Tracy Jr. (9.5 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two running backs are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Austin Ekeler played 14 games for the Washington Commanders; Tyrone Tracy Jr. suited up 15 times for the New York Giants.

A 0.5-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Austin Ekeler is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 45 targets into 360 yards, while Tyrone Tracy Jr. profiles as a more traditional rusher with 740 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Austin Ekeler carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Austin Ekeler sits Week 14 while Tyrone Tracy Jr. is off Week 8. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

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: Austin Ekeler (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Tyrone Tracy Jr. (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Tyrone Tracy Jr. outscored Austin Ekeler by a projected 9 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyrone Tracy Jr. played 15 games in 2025 compared to Austin Ekeler's 14. That durability gap means Tyrone Tracy Jr. contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Austin Ekeler scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Austin Ekeler caught 45 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Austin Ekeler vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Austin Ekeler	Tyrone Tracy Jr.
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.0	9.5
Games Played	14	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	126	143
Rushing Yards	425	740
Rush Yds/Game	30.4	49.3
Rushing TDs	3	2
Receptions	45	36
Receiving Yards	360	288
Targets	0	48
Total TDs	5	4
Age	-	26
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 8

Summary

Tyrone Tracy Jr. outscored Austin Ekeler by 0.5 PPG in 2025 (9.5 to 9.0). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Austin Ekeler or Tyrone Tracy Jr. in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyrone Tracy Jr. has the edge at 9.5 PPG compared to Austin Ekeler's 9.0 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 Austin Ekeler and Tyrone Tracy Jr. average in 2025?▾

Austin Ekeler averaged 9.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Tyrone Tracy Jr. averaged 9.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.5 points per game.

When are Austin Ekeler and Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s bye weeks in 2026?▾

Austin Ekeler (WAS) has a bye in Week 14, and Tyrone Tracy Jr. (NYG) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Austin Ekeler or Tyrone Tracy Jr. a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Tyrone Tracy Jr. outscored Austin Ekeler by 0.5 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.