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Updated from live statsJames Cook or Nick ChubbWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
James Cook is a Buffalo Bills running back who averaged 16.8 fantasy points per game across 17 games in 2025. Nick Chubb is a Houston Texans running back who averaged 5.5 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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Detailed Stat Breakdown
| Stat | James Cook | Nick Chubb |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 16.8 | 5.5 |
| Games Played | 17 | 15 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 286 | 83 |
| Rushing Yards | 1,621 | 506 |
| Rush Yds/Game | 95.4 | 33.7 |
| Rushing TDs | 12 | 3 |
| Receptions | 33 | 13 |
| Receiving Yards | 291 | 67 |
| Targets | 40 | 20 |
| Total TDs | 14 | 3 |
| Age | 27 | 30 |
| Experience | 3 yrs | 7 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 7 | Week 8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start James Cook or Nick Chubb in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for James Cook and Nick Chubb is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, James Cook averaged 16.8 fantasy points per game in 2025 and Nick Chubb averaged 5.5.
Should I draft James Cook or Nick Chubb in 2026 fantasy football?▾
James Cook averaged 16.8 fantasy points per game across 17 games in 2025, and Nick Chubb averaged 5.5 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 James Cook and Nick Chubb average in 2025?▾
James Cook averaged 16.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Nick Chubb averaged 5.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 11.3 points per game.
When are James Cook and Nick Chubb's bye weeks in 2026?▾
James Cook (BUF) has a bye in Week 7, and Nick Chubb (HOU) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.
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