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Updated from live statsJames Cook or Ty JohnsonWho 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. Ty Johnson is a Buffalo Bills running back who averaged 5.2 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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Detailed Stat Breakdown
| Stat | James Cook | Ty Johnson |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 16.8 | 5.2 |
| Games Played | 17 | 17 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 286 | 88 |
| Rushing Yards | 1,621 | 200 |
| Rush Yds/Game | 95.4 | 11.8 |
| Rushing TDs | 12 | 3 |
| Receptions | 33 | 24 |
| Receiving Yards | 291 | 263 |
| Targets | 40 | 33 |
| Total TDs | 14 | 5 |
| Age | 27 | 28 |
| Experience | 3 yrs | 7 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 7 | Week 12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start James Cook or Ty Johnson in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for James Cook and Ty Johnson 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 Ty Johnson averaged 5.2.
Should I draft James Cook or Ty Johnson in 2026 fantasy football?▾
James Cook averaged 16.8 fantasy points per game across 17 games in 2025, and Ty Johnson averaged 5.2 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 James Cook and Ty Johnson average in 2025?▾
James Cook averaged 16.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Ty Johnson averaged 5.2 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 11.6 points per game.
When are James Cook and Ty Johnson's bye weeks in 2026?▾
James Cook (BUF) has a bye in Week 7, and Ty Johnson (BUF) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.
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