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Updated June 5, 2026 from live stats

Ty Chandler vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.Who should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tyrone Tracy Jr. is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.5 PPG to Ty Chandler's 5.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyrone Tracy Jr. is the better fantasy play this season.

Tyrone Tracy Jr. has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 3.6-PPG advantage is real (9.5 to 5.9), and Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s 4 touchdowns show scoring upside. Ty Chandler is the buy-low candidate if recent production has dipped, because the talent gap is smaller than the numbers suggest.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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RBMinnesota Vikings#99

Ty Chandler

PPG

5.9

Games

Rush Yds

265

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

135

Bye

Week 6

RBNew York Giants#31PPG LEADER

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

PPG

9.5

Games

Rush Yds

740

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

288

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Ty Chandler

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

Head to Head

5.9 PPG9.5 PPG

14 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Ty Chandler: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Tyrone Tracy Jr.: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #31 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Ty Chandler is producing at 27% of elite pace and Tyrone Tracy Jr. at 43%. That ranking gap means Tyrone Tracy Jr. carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Ty Chandler vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.: The Full Breakdown

Two running backs who will land on plenty of the same rosters in 2026. Ty Chandler (Minnesota Vikings) finished the 2025 season averaging 5.9 fantasy points per game in 14 games. Tyrone Tracy Jr. (New York Giants) came in at 9.5 PPG over 15 games. The gap is real but not insurmountable with the right matchup.

Tyrone Tracy Jr. carries a 3.6-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Ty Chandler ran for 265 yards and 2 touchdowns; Tyrone Tracy Jr. posted 740 and 2. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Ty Chandler sits Week 6 while Tyrone Tracy Jr. is off Week 8. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire Tyrone Tracy Jr. at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Ty Chandler is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Ty Chandler (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Tyrone Tracy Jr. (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Tyrone Tracy Jr. outscored Ty Chandler by a projected 61 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyrone Tracy Jr. played 15 games in 2025 compared to Ty Chandler's 14. That durability gap means Tyrone Tracy Jr. contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tyrone Tracy Jr. scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Tyrone Tracy Jr. caught 36 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Ty Chandler vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Ty Chandler	Tyrone Tracy Jr.
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.9	9.5
Games Played	14	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	83	143
Rushing Yards	265	740
Rush Yds/Game	18.9	49.3
Rushing TDs	2	2
Receptions	18	36
Receiving Yards	135	288
Targets	0	48
Total TDs	3	4
Age	-	26
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 8

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Tyrone Tracy Jr. holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 9.5 points per game. Ty Chandler averaged 5.9 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 Ty Chandler or Tyrone Tracy Jr. in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyrone Tracy Jr. has the edge at 9.5 PPG compared to Ty Chandler's 5.9 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 Ty Chandler and Tyrone Tracy Jr. average in 2025?▾

Ty Chandler averaged 5.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Tyrone Tracy Jr. averaged 9.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 3.6 points per game.

When are Ty Chandler and Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s bye weeks in 2026?▾

Ty Chandler (MIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Tyrone Tracy Jr. (NYG) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Ty Chandler or Tyrone Tracy Jr. a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Tyrone Tracy Jr. outscored Ty Chandler by 3.6 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.