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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Bam Knight vs Jonathan Taylor

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Jonathan Taylor is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Jonathan Taylor outscored Bam Knight by 11.8 PPG in 2025 with 20 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Jonathan Taylor is the clear pick. Bam Knight 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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RBArizona Cardinals#37

Bam Knight

PPG

8.2

Games

Rush Yds

269

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

160

Bye

Week 8

RBIndianapolis Colts#2PPG LEADER

Jonathan Taylor

PPG

20.0

Games

Rush Yds

1,585

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

378

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Bam Knight

Jonathan Taylor

Head to Head

8.2 PPG20.0 PPG

10 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Bam Knight: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #37 at the position). Jonathan Taylor: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #2 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Bam Knight is producing at 37% of elite pace and Jonathan Taylor at 91%. That ranking gap means Jonathan Taylor carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Bam Knight vs Jonathan Taylor: Who Should You Start?

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Jonathan Taylor (Indianapolis Colts) averaged 20.0 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring Bam Knight (Arizona Cardinals, 8.2 PPG) by 11.8 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

The per-game difference of 11.8 points favors Jonathan Taylor, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

Jonathan Taylor is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 46 targets into 378 yards, while Bam Knight profiles as a more traditional rusher with 269 rushing yards and 4 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Jonathan Taylor carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Bam Knight is off Week 8 and Jonathan Taylor Week 11. 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

Jonathan Taylor is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Bam Knight is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Bam Knight (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Jonathan Taylor (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Jonathan Taylor outscored Bam Knight by a projected 201 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jonathan Taylor played 17 games in 2025 compared to Bam Knight's 10. That durability gap means Jonathan Taylor contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jonathan Taylor scored 20 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Jonathan Taylor caught 46 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatKnightTaylor

PPG (Half-PPR)8.220.0

Games Played1017

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)82340

Rushing Yards2691,585

Rush Yds/Game26.993.2

Rushing TDs418

Receptions2246

Receiving Yards160378

Targets3155

Total TDs520

Age2527

Experience3 yrs5 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 8Week 11

Summary

20.0 PPG for Jonathan Taylor versus 8.2 for Bam Knight in 2025. The baseline favors Jonathan Taylor, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Bam Knight or Jonathan Taylor in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jonathan Taylor has the edge at 20.0 PPG compared to Bam Knight's 8.2 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 Bam Knight and Jonathan Taylor average in 2025?▾

Bam Knight averaged 8.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 10 games in 2025. Jonathan Taylor averaged 20.0 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 11.8 points per game.

When are Bam Knight and Jonathan Taylor's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Bam Knight (ARI) has a bye in Week 8, and Jonathan Taylor (IND) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Bam Knight or Jonathan Taylor a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Jonathan Taylor outscored Bam Knight by 11.8 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.