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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

Jameson Williams vs Joe MixonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Joe Mixon over Jameson Williams in 2026.

Joe Mixon averaged 16.5 PPG in 2025 to Jameson Williams's 11.0, a 5.5 point per game edge. They play different positions, so weigh the per-game edge against what your roster needs at RB and WR.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Joe Mixon (16.5 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Jameson Williams (11.0 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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WRDetroit Lions#19

Jameson Williams

PPG

11.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,117

Rec TDs

Targets

102

Bye

Week 6

RBHouston Texans#99PPG LEADER

Joe Mixon

PPG

16.5

Games

Rush Yds

1,165

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

240

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Jameson Williams

Joe Mixon

Head to Head

11.0 PPG16.5 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Jameson Williams: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #19 at the position). Joe Mixon: Unranked RB. Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR is harder to replace on waivers than an Unranked RB in most league formats.

Jameson Williams vs Joe Mixon: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Jameson Williams (WR, Detroit Lions) against Joe Mixon (RB, Houston Texans) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Jameson Williams averaged 11.0 PPG in 2025 over 17 games, while Joe Mixon posted 16.5 PPG across 15 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

Jameson Williams has his bye in Week 6, Joe Mixon in Week 14. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire Joe Mixon at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Jameson Williams is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Jameson Williams (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Joe Mixon (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Joe Mixon outscored Jameson Williams by a projected 94 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jameson Williams played 17 games in 2025 compared to Joe Mixon's 15. That durability gap means Jameson Williams contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Joe Mixon scored 12 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jameson Williams vs Joe Mixon: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jameson Williams	Joe Mixon
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.0	16.5
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	187	248
Rushing Yards	12	1,165
Rush Yds/Game	0.7	77.7
Rushing TDs	0	11
Receptions	65	32
Receiving Yards	1,117	240
Targets	102	0
Total TDs	7	12
Age	25	-
Experience	3 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 14

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Joe Mixon holds the PPG edge with solid output at 16.5 points per game. Jameson Williams averaged 11.0 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Jameson Williams or Joe Mixon in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Joe Mixon has the edge at 16.5 PPG compared to Jameson Williams's 11.0 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 Jameson Williams and Joe Mixon average in 2025?▾

Jameson Williams averaged 11.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Joe Mixon averaged 16.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 5.5 points per game.

When are Jameson Williams and Joe Mixon's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jameson Williams (DET) has a bye in Week 6, and Joe Mixon (HOU) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.