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Updated from live statsJaxon Smith-Njigba or Travis EtienneWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
Heads up: Travis Etienne is listed out (hamstring) as of . The call below weighs season production, not this week's status.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba is a Seattle Seahawks wide receiver who averaged 17.7 fantasy points per game across 17 games in 2025. Travis Etienne is a Jacksonville Jaguars running back who averaged 13.9 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 | Jaxon Smith-Njigba | Travis Etienne |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 17.7 | 13.9 |
| Games Played | 17 | 17 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 301 | 236 |
| Rushing Yards | 36 | 1,107 |
| Rush Yds/Game | 2.1 | 65.1 |
| Rushing TDs | 0 | 7 |
| Receptions | 119 | 36 |
| Receiving Yards | 1,793 | 292 |
| Targets | 163 | 52 |
| Total TDs | 10 | 13 |
| Age | 24 | 27 |
| Experience | 2 yrs | 4 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 11 | Week 7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start Jaxon Smith-Njigba or Travis Etienne in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Travis Etienne is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Jaxon Smith-Njigba averaged 17.7 fantasy points per game in 2025 and Travis Etienne averaged 13.9.
Should I draft Jaxon Smith-Njigba or Travis Etienne in 2026 fantasy football?▾
Jaxon Smith-Njigba averaged 17.7 fantasy points per game across 17 games in 2025, and Travis Etienne averaged 13.9 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 Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Travis Etienne average in 2025?▾
Jaxon Smith-Njigba averaged 17.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Travis Etienne averaged 13.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 3.8 points per game.
When are Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Travis Etienne's bye weeks in 2026?▾
Jaxon Smith-Njigba (SEA) has a bye in Week 11, and Travis Etienne (JAX) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.
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