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Updated August 17, 2026 from live stats

Travis Etienne vs Ty JohnsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Travis Etienne over Ty Johnson in 2026.

Travis Etienne averaged 13.9 PPG in 2025 to Ty Johnson's 5.2, a 8.7 point per game edge. Both play running backs, so that per-game gap is the cleanest tiebreaker for a 2026 start or sit.

The Bottom Line

The gap here is significant. Travis Etienne outscored Ty Johnson by 8.7 PPG in 2025 with 13 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Travis Etienne is the clear pick. Ty Johnson profiles as a matchup-dependent running back who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

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

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RBJacksonville Jaguars#13PPG LEADER

Travis Etienne

PPG

13.9

Games

Rush Yds

1,107

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

292

Bye

Week 7

RBBuffalo Bills#99

Ty Johnson

PPG

5.2

Games

Rush Yds

200

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

263

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Travis Etienne

Ty Johnson

Head to Head

13.9 PPG5.2 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Travis Etienne: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #13 at the position). Ty Johnson: Unranked RB. Among the top 50 running backs this season, Travis Etienne is producing at 63% of elite pace and Ty Johnson at 24%. That ranking gap means Travis Etienne carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Travis Etienne vs Ty Johnson: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Travis Etienne (Jacksonville Jaguars) averaged 13.9 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring Ty Johnson (Buffalo Bills, 5.2 PPG) by 8.7 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

That 8.7-point weekly advantage for Travis Etienne is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Travis Etienne ran for 1107 yards and 7 touchdowns; Ty Johnson posted 200 and 3. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

One scheduling note: Travis Etienne is off Week 7 and Ty Johnson Week 12. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in running back for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Travis Etienne is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Ty Johnson is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Travis Etienne (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Ty Johnson (age 28, 7 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Travis Etienne outscored Ty Johnson by a projected 148 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Travis Etienne scored 13 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Travis Etienne caught 36 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Travis Etienne vs Ty Johnson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Travis Etienne	Ty Johnson
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.9	5.2
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	236	88
Rushing Yards	1,107	200
Rush Yds/Game	65.1	11.8
Rushing TDs	7	3
Receptions	36	24
Receiving Yards	292	263
Targets	52	33
Total TDs	13	5
Age	27	28
Experience	4 yrs	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 12

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Travis Etienne at 13.9 PPG, 8.7 points per game above Ty Johnson's 5.2. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Travis Etienne or Ty Johnson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Travis Etienne has the edge at 13.9 PPG compared to Ty Johnson's 5.2 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 Travis Etienne and Ty Johnson average in 2025?▾

Travis Etienne averaged 13.9 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 8.7 points per game.

When are Travis Etienne and Ty Johnson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Travis Etienne (JAX) 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.

Is Travis Etienne or Ty Johnson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Travis Etienne outscored Ty Johnson by 8.7 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.