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Chuba Hubbard vs Ty JohnsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Chuba Hubbard over Ty Johnson in 2026.

Chuba Hubbard averaged 7.4 PPG in 2025 to Ty Johnson's 5.2, a 2.2 point per game edge. Both play running backs, so that per-game gap is the cleanest tiebreaker for a 2026 start or sit.

The Bottom Line

Chuba Hubbard is the better play on a neutral week. 7.4 PPG with 734 yards gives a reliable baseline. Ty Johnson at 5.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Chuba Hubbard higher, but do not fade Ty Johnson entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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RBCarolina Panthers#44PPG LEADER

Chuba Hubbard

PPG

7.4

Games

Rush Yds

511

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

223

Bye

Week 5

RBBuffalo Bills#99

Ty Johnson

PPG

5.2

Games

Rush Yds

200

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

263

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Chuba Hubbard

Ty Johnson

Head to Head

7.4 PPG5.2 PPG

15 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Chuba Hubbard: Tier 6 (Deep League) RB (ranked #44 at the position). Ty Johnson: Unranked RB. Among the top 50 running backs this season, Chuba Hubbard is producing at 34% of elite pace and Ty Johnson at 24%. That ranking gap means Chuba Hubbard carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Chuba Hubbard vs Ty Johnson: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Chuba Hubbard and Ty Johnson for your lineup, you are not alone. Chuba Hubbard finished the 2025 season at 7.4 PPG for the Carolina Panthers (15 games), and Ty Johnson averaged 5.2 for the Buffalo Bills (17 games).

That 2.2-point weekly advantage for Chuba Hubbard is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Chuba Hubbard ran for 511 yards and 1 touchdowns; Ty Johnson posted 200 and 3. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Chuba Hubbard has his bye in Week 5, and Ty Johnson rests in Week 12. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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: Chuba Hubbard (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Ty Johnson (age 28, 7 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Chuba Hubbard outscored Ty Johnson by a projected 37 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ty Johnson played 17 games in 2025 compared to Chuba Hubbard's 15. That durability gap means Ty Johnson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Ty Johnson scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Chuba Hubbard vs Ty Johnson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Chuba Hubbard	Ty Johnson
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.4	5.2
Games Played	15	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	111	88
Rushing Yards	511	200
Rush Yds/Game	34.1	11.8
Rushing TDs	1	3
Receptions	30	24
Receiving Yards	223	263
Targets	39	33
Total TDs	4	5
Age	27	28
Experience	4 yrs	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 12

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Chuba Hubbard at 7.4 PPG, 2.2 points per game above Ty Johnson's 5.2. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Chuba Hubbard or Ty Johnson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Chuba Hubbard has the edge at 7.4 PPG compared to Ty Johnson's 5.2 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 Chuba Hubbard and Ty Johnson average in 2025?▾

Chuba Hubbard averaged 7.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Ty Johnson averaged 5.2 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 2.2 points per game.

When are Chuba Hubbard and Ty Johnson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Chuba Hubbard (CAR) has a bye in Week 5, and Ty Johnson (BUF) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Chuba Hubbard or Ty Johnson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Chuba Hubbard outscored Ty Johnson by 2.2 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.