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Gus Edwards or Josh JacobsWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

Heads up: Josh Jacobs is listed out (personal) as of . The call below weighs season production, not this week's status.

Gus Edwards is a Los Angeles Chargers running back who averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game across 13 games in 2025. Josh Jacobs is a Green Bay Packers running back who averaged 14.6 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
RBGreen Bay Packers#8 RB
Josh Jacobs
PPG
14.6
Games
15
Rush Yds
929
Rush TDs
13
Rec
36
Rec Yds
282
Bye
Week 11

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Gus Edwards vs Josh Jacobs: 2025 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatGus EdwardsJosh Jacobs
PPG (Half-PPR)7.014.6
Games Played1315
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)91219
Rushing Yards468929
Rush Yds/Game36.061.9
Rushing TDs413
Receptions1036
Receiving Yards62282
Targets044
Total TDs414
Age-28
Experience-6 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 5Week 11

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Gus Edwards or Josh Jacobs in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for Gus Edwards and Josh Jacobs 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 Josh Jacobs averaged 14.6.

Should I draft Gus Edwards or Josh Jacobs in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Gus Edwards averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game across 13 games in 2025, and Josh Jacobs averaged 14.6 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 Josh Jacobs average in 2025?▾

Gus Edwards averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Josh Jacobs averaged 14.6 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 7.6 points per game.

When are Gus Edwards and Josh Jacobs's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Gus Edwards (LAC) has a bye in Week 5, and Josh Jacobs (GB) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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