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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Bijan Robinson vs CeeDee Lamb

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Bijan Robinson is the better fantasy play this season.

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Bijan Robinson (19.5 PPG) is the higher-floor play. CeeDee Lamb (12.6 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

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

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RBAtlanta Falcons#3PPG LEADER
Bijan Robinson
PPG
19.5
Games
17
Rush Yds
1,478
Rush TDs
7
Rec
79
Rec Yds
820
Bye
Week 5
WRDallas Cowboys#11
CeeDee Lamb
PPG
12.6
Games
13
Rec
75
Rec Yds
1,077
Rec TDs
3
Targets
117
Bye
Week 10

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Bijan Robinson
CeeDee Lamb

Head to Head

19.5 PPG12.6 PPG
17 GP13 GP
Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Bijan Robinson: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #3 at the position). CeeDee Lamb: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) WR (ranked #11 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 1 (Elite) RB is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 2 (Strong Starter) WR in most league formats.

Bijan Robinson vs CeeDee Lamb: Who Should You Start?

Comparing Bijan Robinson (RB, Atlanta Falcons) against CeeDee Lamb (WR, Dallas Cowboys) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Bijan Robinson averaged 19.5 PPG in 2025 over 17 games, while CeeDee Lamb posted 12.6 PPG across 13 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

Bijan Robinson has his bye in Week 5, CeeDee Lamb in Week 10. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Bijan Robinson is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. CeeDee Lamb is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Bijan Robinson (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. CeeDee Lamb (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

  • Bijan Robinson outscored CeeDee Lamb by a projected 117 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Bijan Robinson played 17 games in 2025 compared to CeeDee Lamb's 13. That durability gap means Bijan Robinson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Bijan Robinson scored 11 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
  • Bijan Robinson caught 79 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
Detailed Stat Breakdown
StatRobinsonLamb
PPG (Half-PPR)19.512.6
Games Played1713
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)332164
Rushing Yards1,4782
Rush Yds/Game86.90.2
Rushing TDs70
Receptions7975
Receiving Yards8201,077
Targets103117
Total TDs113
Age2427
Experience2 yrs5 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 5Week 10

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Bijan Robinson at 19.5 PPG, 6.9 points per game above CeeDee Lamb's 12.6. 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 Bijan Robinson or CeeDee Lamb in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Bijan Robinson has the edge at 19.5 PPG compared to CeeDee Lamb's 12.6 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 Bijan Robinson and CeeDee Lamb average in 2025?

Bijan Robinson averaged 19.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. CeeDee Lamb averaged 12.6 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 6.9 points per game.

When are Bijan Robinson and CeeDee Lamb's bye weeks in 2026?

Bijan Robinson (ATL) has a bye in Week 5, and CeeDee Lamb (DAL) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.