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Gus Edwards or Joe MixonWho 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. Joe Mixon is a Houston Texans running back who averaged 16.5 fantasy points per game across 15 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
RBHouston Texans
Joe Mixon
PPG
16.5
Games
15
Rush Yds
1,165
Rush TDs
11
Rec
32
Rec Yds
240
Bye
Week 14

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Gus Edwards vs Joe Mixon: 2025 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatGus EdwardsJoe Mixon
PPG (Half-PPR)7.016.5
Games Played1315
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)91248
Rushing Yards4681,165
Rush Yds/Game36.077.7
Rushing TDs411
Receptions1032
Receiving Yards62240
Targets00
Total TDs412
Bye WeekWeek 5Week 14

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Gus Edwards or Joe Mixon in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for Gus Edwards and Joe Mixon 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 Joe Mixon averaged 16.5.

Should I draft Gus Edwards or Joe Mixon in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Gus Edwards averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game across 13 games in 2025, and Joe Mixon averaged 16.5 across 15. 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 Joe Mixon average in 2025?▾

Gus Edwards averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Joe Mixon averaged 16.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 9.5 points per game.

When are Gus Edwards and Joe Mixon's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Gus Edwards (LAC) has a bye in Week 5, and Joe Mixon (HOU) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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