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Gus Edwards or James CookWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

Gus Edwards is a Los Angeles Chargers running back who averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game across 13 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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RBLos Angeles Chargers
Gus Edwards
PPG
7.0
Games
13
Rush Yds
468
Rush TDs
4
Rec
10
Rec Yds
62
Bye
Week 5
RBBuffalo Bills#6 RB
James Cook
PPG
16.8
Games
17
Rush Yds
1,621
Rush TDs
12
Rec
33
Rec Yds
291
Bye
Week 7

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Gus Edwards vs James Cook: 2025 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatGus EdwardsJames Cook
PPG (Half-PPR)7.016.8
Games Played1317
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)91286
Rushing Yards4681,621
Rush Yds/Game36.095.4
Rushing TDs412
Receptions1033
Receiving Yards62291
Targets040
Total TDs414
Age-27
Experience-3 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 5Week 7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Gus Edwards or James Cook in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for Gus Edwards 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, Gus Edwards averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game in 2025 and James Cook averaged 16.8.

Should I draft Gus Edwards or James Cook in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Gus Edwards averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game across 13 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 Gus Edwards and James Cook average in 2025?▾

Gus Edwards averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. James Cook averaged 16.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 9.8 points per game.

When are Gus Edwards and James Cook's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Gus Edwards (LAC) has a bye in Week 5, and James Cook (BUF) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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