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Rico Dowdle or Zach ErtzWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

Rico Dowdle is a Carolina Panthers running back who averaged 11.6 fantasy points per game across 17 games in 2025. Zach Ertz is a Washington Commanders tight end who averaged 7.8 fantasy points per game across 13 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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RBCarolina Panthers#21 RB
Rico Dowdle
PPG
11.6
Games
17
Rush Yds
1,076
Rush TDs
6
Rec
39
Rec Yds
297
Bye
Week 5
TEWashington Commanders#20 TE
Zach Ertz
PPG
7.8
Games
13
Rec
50
Rec Yds
504
Rec TDs
4
Targets
72
Bye
Week 7

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Rico Dowdle vs Zach Ertz: 2025 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatRico DowdleZach Ertz
PPG (Half-PPR)11.67.8
Games Played1713
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)197101
Rushing Yards1,0760
Rush Yds/Game63.30.0
Rushing TDs60
Receptions3950
Receiving Yards297504
Targets5072
Total TDs74
Age2835
Experience5 yrs12 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 5Week 7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Rico Dowdle or Zach Ertz in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for Rico Dowdle and Zach Ertz is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Rico Dowdle averaged 11.6 fantasy points per game in 2025 and Zach Ertz averaged 7.8.

Should I draft Rico Dowdle or Zach Ertz in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Rico Dowdle averaged 11.6 fantasy points per game across 17 games in 2025, and Zach Ertz averaged 7.8 across 13. 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 Rico Dowdle and Zach Ertz average in 2025?▾

Rico Dowdle averaged 11.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Zach Ertz averaged 7.8 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 3.8 points per game.

When are Rico Dowdle and Zach Ertz's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Rico Dowdle (CAR) has a bye in Week 5, and Zach Ertz (WAS) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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