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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Bijan Robinson vs Colby Parkinson

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. Colby Parkinson (7.7 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

Rush Yds

1,478

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

820

Bye

Week 5

TELos Angeles Rams#21

Colby Parkinson

PPG

7.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

408

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Bijan Robinson

Colby Parkinson

Head to Head

19.5 PPG7.7 PPG

17 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Bijan Robinson: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #3 at the position). Colby Parkinson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #21 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 3 (Flex/Starter) TE in most league formats.

Bijan Robinson vs Colby Parkinson: Who Should You Start?

Comparing Bijan Robinson (RB, Atlanta Falcons) against Colby Parkinson (TE, Los Angeles Rams) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Bijan Robinson averaged 19.5 PPG in 2025 over 17 games, while Colby Parkinson posted 7.7 PPG across 14 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, Colby Parkinson in Week 8. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire Bijan Robinson at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Colby Parkinson is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Bijan Robinson (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Colby Parkinson (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Bijan Robinson outscored Colby Parkinson by a projected 201 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Bijan Robinson played 17 games in 2025 compared to Colby Parkinson's 14. 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▾

StatRobinsonParkinson

PPG (Half-PPR)19.57.7

Games Played1714

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)332108

Rushing Yards1,4780

Rush Yds/Game86.90.0

Rushing TDs70

Receptions7943

Receiving Yards820408

Targets10356

Total TDs118

Age2427

Experience2 yrs5 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 5Week 8

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Bijan Robinson holds the PPG edge with strong output at 19.5 points per game. Colby Parkinson averaged 7.7 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 Bijan Robinson or Colby Parkinson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Bijan Robinson has the edge at 19.5 PPG compared to Colby Parkinson's 7.7 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 Colby Parkinson average in 2025?▾

Bijan Robinson averaged 19.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Colby Parkinson averaged 7.7 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 11.8 points per game.

When are Bijan Robinson and Colby Parkinson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Bijan Robinson (ATL) has a bye in Week 5, and Colby Parkinson (LAR) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.