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Updated from live statsChristian Watson or James CookWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
Christian Watson is a Green Bay Packers wide receiver who averaged 11.5 fantasy points per game across 10 games in 2025. James Cook is a Buffalo Bills running back who averaged 16.8 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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Detailed Stat Breakdown
| Stat | Christian Watson | James Cook |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 11.5 | 16.8 |
| Games Played | 10 | 17 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 115 | 286 |
| Rushing Yards | 3 | 1,621 |
| Rush Yds/Game | 0.3 | 95.4 |
| Rushing TDs | 0 | 12 |
| Receptions | 35 | 33 |
| Receiving Yards | 611 | 291 |
| Targets | 55 | 40 |
| Total TDs | 6 | 14 |
| Age | 27 | 27 |
| Experience | 3 yrs | 3 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 11 | Week 7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start Christian Watson or James Cook in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for Christian Watson and James Cook is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Christian Watson averaged 11.5 fantasy points per game in 2025 and James Cook averaged 16.8.
Should I draft Christian Watson or James Cook in 2026 fantasy football?▾
Christian Watson averaged 11.5 fantasy points per game across 10 games in 2025, and James Cook averaged 16.8 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 Christian Watson and James Cook average in 2025?▾
Christian Watson averaged 11.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 10 games in 2025. James Cook averaged 16.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 5.3 points per game.
When are Christian Watson and James Cook's bye weeks in 2026?▾
Christian Watson (GB) has a bye in Week 11, and James Cook (BUF) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.
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