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Austin Ekeler or James CookWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

Austin Ekeler is a Washington Commanders running back who averaged 9.0 fantasy points per game across 14 games in 2026. James Cook is a Buffalo Bills running back who averaged 18.0 fantasy points per game across 7 games in 2026. 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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RBWashington Commanders
Austin Ekeler
PPG
9.0
Games
14
Rush Yds
425
Rush TDs
3
Rec
45
Rec Yds
360
Bye
Week 14
RBBuffalo Bills#4 RB
James Cook
PPG
18.0
Games
7
Rush Yds
707
Rush TDs
7
Rec
12
Rec Yds
110
Bye
Week 7

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Austin Ekeler vs James Cook: 2026 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatAustin EkelerJames Cook
PPG (Half-PPR)9.018.0
Games Played147
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)126126
Rushing Yards425707
Rush Yds/Game30.4101.0
Rushing TDs37
Receptions4512
Receiving Yards360110
Targets017
Total TDs57
Age-27
Experience-4 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 14Week 7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Austin Ekeler or James Cook in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for Austin Ekeler and James Cook is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Austin Ekeler averaged 9.0 fantasy points per game in 2026 and James Cook averaged 18.0.

Should I draft Austin Ekeler or James Cook in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Austin Ekeler averaged 9.0 fantasy points per game across 14 games in 2026, and James Cook averaged 18.0 across 7. 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 Austin Ekeler and James Cook average in 2026?▾

Austin Ekeler averaged 9.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2026. James Cook averaged 18.0 PPG over 7 games. That is a difference of 9.0 points per game.

When are Austin Ekeler and James Cook's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Austin Ekeler (WAS) has a bye in Week 14, and James Cook (BUF) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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