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Updated from live statsSaquon Barkley or Tyjae SpearsWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
Heads up: Saquon Barkley is listed out (hamstring) as of . The call below weighs season production, not this week's status.
Saquon Barkley is a Philadelphia Eagles running back who averaged 13.4 fantasy points per game across 16 games in 2025. Tyjae Spears is a Tennessee Titans running back who averaged 6.9 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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Detailed Stat Breakdown
| Stat | Saquon Barkley | Tyjae Spears |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 13.4 | 6.9 |
| Games Played | 16 | 13 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 214 | 90 |
| Rushing Yards | 1,140 | 283 |
| Rush Yds/Game | 71.3 | 21.8 |
| Rushing TDs | 7 | 2 |
| Receptions | 37 | 45 |
| Receiving Yards | 273 | 264 |
| Targets | 50 | 50 |
| Total TDs | 9 | 2 |
| Age | 29 | 25 |
| Experience | 7 yrs | 2 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 10 | Week 9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start Saquon Barkley or Tyjae Spears in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for Saquon Barkley and Tyjae Spears is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Saquon Barkley averaged 13.4 fantasy points per game in 2025 and Tyjae Spears averaged 6.9.
Should I draft Saquon Barkley or Tyjae Spears in 2026 fantasy football?▾
Saquon Barkley averaged 13.4 fantasy points per game across 16 games in 2025, and Tyjae Spears averaged 6.9 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 Saquon Barkley and Tyjae Spears average in 2025?▾
Saquon Barkley averaged 13.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Tyjae Spears averaged 6.9 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 6.5 points per game.
When are Saquon Barkley and Tyjae Spears's bye weeks in 2026?▾
Saquon Barkley (PHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Tyjae Spears (TEN) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.
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