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Updated June 5, 2026 from live stats

Gus Edwards vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.Who should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tyrone Tracy Jr. is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.5 PPG to Gus Edwards's 7.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyrone Tracy Jr. is the better fantasy play this season.

Tyrone Tracy Jr. is the better play on a neutral week. 9.5 PPG with 1,028 yards gives a reliable baseline. Gus Edwards at 7.0 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Tyrone Tracy Jr. higher, but do not fade Gus Edwards entirely.

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

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RBLos Angeles Chargers#99

Gus Edwards

PPG

7.0

Games

Rush Yds

468

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 5

RBNew York Giants#31PPG LEADER

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

PPG

9.5

Games

Rush Yds

740

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

288

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Gus Edwards

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

Head to Head

7.0 PPG9.5 PPG

13 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Gus Edwards: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Tyrone Tracy Jr.: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #31 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Gus Edwards is producing at 32% of elite pace and Tyrone Tracy Jr. at 43%. That ranking gap means Tyrone Tracy Jr. carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Gus Edwards vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Gus Edwards and Tyrone Tracy Jr. is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Los Angeles Chargers running back put up 7.0 PPG in 2025 over 13 games; Tyrone Tracy Jr. of the New York Giants averaged 9.5 in 15. A 2.5-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.5 points favors Tyrone Tracy Jr., though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Gus Edwards ran for 468 yards and 4 touchdowns; Tyrone Tracy Jr. posted 740 and 2. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Gus Edwards has his bye in Week 5, and Tyrone Tracy Jr. rests in Week 8. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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: Gus Edwards (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Tyrone Tracy Jr. (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Tyrone Tracy Jr. outscored Gus Edwards by a projected 43 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyrone Tracy Jr. played 15 games in 2025 compared to Gus Edwards's 13. That durability gap means Tyrone Tracy Jr. contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Gus Edwards scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Tyrone Tracy Jr. caught 36 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Gus Edwards vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Gus Edwards	Tyrone Tracy Jr.
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.0	9.5
Games Played	13	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	91	143
Rushing Yards	468	740
Rush Yds/Game	36.0	49.3
Rushing TDs	4	2
Receptions	10	36
Receiving Yards	62	288
Targets	0	48
Total TDs	4	4
Age	-	26
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 8

Summary

9.5 PPG for Tyrone Tracy Jr. versus 7.0 for Gus Edwards in 2025. The baseline favors Tyrone Tracy Jr., though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Gus Edwards or Tyrone Tracy Jr. in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyrone Tracy Jr. has the edge at 9.5 PPG compared to Gus Edwards's 7.0 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 Gus Edwards and Tyrone Tracy Jr. average in 2025?▾

Gus Edwards averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Tyrone Tracy Jr. averaged 9.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 2.5 points per game.

When are Gus Edwards and Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s bye weeks in 2026?▾

Gus Edwards (LAC) has a bye in Week 5, and Tyrone Tracy Jr. (NYG) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Gus Edwards or Tyrone Tracy Jr. a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Tyrone Tracy Jr. outscored Gus Edwards by 2.5 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.