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Emanuel Wilson vs Ray DavisWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Ray Davis over Emanuel Wilson in 2026.

Ray Davis averaged 7.8 PPG in 2025 to Emanuel Wilson's 5.4, a 2.4 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

Ray Davis has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 2.4-PPG advantage is real (7.8 to 5.4), and Ray Davis's 4 touchdowns show scoring upside. Emanuel Wilson is the buy-low candidate if recent production has dipped, because the talent gap is smaller than the numbers suggest.

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

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RBGreen Bay Packers#60

Emanuel Wilson

PPG

5.4

Games

Rush Yds

496

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 11

RBBuffalo Bills#99PPG LEADER

Ray Davis

PPG

7.8

Games

Rush Yds

425

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

168

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Emanuel Wilson

Ray Davis

Head to Head

5.4 PPG7.8 PPG

16 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Emanuel Wilson: Tier 6 (Deep League) RB (ranked #60 at the position). Ray Davis: Unranked RB. Among the top 50 running backs this season, Emanuel Wilson is producing at 25% of elite pace and Ray Davis at 35%. That ranking gap means Emanuel Wilson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Emanuel Wilson vs Ray Davis: The Full Breakdown

Emanuel Wilson and Ray Davis are both viable fantasy running backs heading into 2026, but their 2025 production tells two different stories. Emanuel Wilson averaged 5.4 PPG across 16 games with the Green Bay Packers, while Ray Davis posted 7.8 PPG in 15 appearances for the Buffalo Bills.

A 2.4-PPG gap gives Ray Davis the edge on paper, but paper does not account for Thursday night matchups, weather games, or a star defender returning from injury. The real question is not who was better in 2025, but who is the better start this specific week.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Emanuel Wilson ran for 496 yards and 3 touchdowns; Ray Davis posted 425 and 3. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

One scheduling note: Emanuel Wilson is off Week 11 and Ray Davis Week 12. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in running back for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

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: Emanuel Wilson (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Ray Davis (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Ray Davis outscored Emanuel Wilson by a projected 41 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Emanuel Wilson played 16 games in 2025 compared to Ray Davis's 15. That durability gap means Emanuel Wilson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Ray Davis scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Emanuel Wilson vs Ray Davis: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Emanuel Wilson	Ray Davis
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.4	7.8
Games Played	16	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	86	117
Rushing Yards	496	425
Rush Yds/Game	31.0	28.3
Rushing TDs	3	3
Receptions	15	22
Receiving Yards	99	168
Targets	17	0
Total TDs	3	4
Age	27	-
Experience	2 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 12

Summary

Ray Davis outscored Emanuel Wilson by 2.4 PPG in 2025 (7.8 to 5.4). 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 Emanuel Wilson or Ray Davis in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Ray Davis has the edge at 7.8 PPG compared to Emanuel Wilson's 5.4 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 Emanuel Wilson and Ray Davis average in 2025?▾

Emanuel Wilson averaged 5.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Ray Davis averaged 7.8 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 2.4 points per game.

When are Emanuel Wilson and Ray Davis's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Emanuel Wilson (GB) has a bye in Week 11, and Ray Davis (BUF) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Emanuel Wilson or Ray Davis a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Ray Davis outscored Emanuel Wilson by 2.4 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.