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Updated from live statsDavid Montgomery or Ty ChandlerWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
Heads up: Ty Chandler is listed out (knee) as of . The call below weighs season production, not this week's status.
David Montgomery is a Detroit Lions running back who averaged 9.1 fantasy points per game across 17 games in 2025. Ty Chandler is a Minnesota Vikings running back who averaged 5.9 fantasy points per game across 14 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 | David Montgomery | Ty Chandler |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 9.1 | 5.9 |
| Games Played | 17 | 14 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 155 | 83 |
| Rushing Yards | 716 | 265 |
| Rush Yds/Game | 42.1 | 18.9 |
| Rushing TDs | 8 | 2 |
| Receptions | 24 | 18 |
| Receiving Yards | 192 | 135 |
| Targets | 29 | 0 |
| Total TDs | 9 | 3 |
| Age | 29 | - |
| Experience | 6 yrs | - |
| Bye Week | Week 6 | Week 6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start David Montgomery or Ty Chandler in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for David Montgomery and Ty Chandler is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, David Montgomery averaged 9.1 fantasy points per game in 2025 and Ty Chandler averaged 5.9.
Should I draft David Montgomery or Ty Chandler in 2026 fantasy football?▾
David Montgomery averaged 9.1 fantasy points per game across 17 games in 2025, and Ty Chandler averaged 5.9 across 14. 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 David Montgomery and Ty Chandler average in 2025?▾
David Montgomery averaged 9.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Ty Chandler averaged 5.9 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 3.2 points per game.
Do David Montgomery and Ty Chandler share a bye week?▾
Yes, both David Montgomery and Ty Chandler share a Week 6 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.
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