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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Bijan Robinson vs David Montgomery

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Bijan Robinson is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Bijan Robinson outscored David Montgomery by 10.4 PPG in 2025 with 11 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Bijan Robinson is the clear pick. David Montgomery 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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RBAtlanta Falcons#3PPG LEADER

Bijan Robinson

PPG

19.5

Games

Rush Yds

1,478

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

820

Bye

Week 5

RBDetroit Lions#33

David Montgomery

PPG

9.1

Games

Rush Yds

716

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

192

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Bijan Robinson

David Montgomery

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19.5 PPG9.1 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Bijan Robinson: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #3 at the position). David Montgomery: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #33 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Bijan Robinson is producing at 89% of elite pace and David Montgomery at 41%. That ranking gap means Bijan Robinson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Bijan Robinson vs David Montgomery: Who Should You Start?

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Bijan Robinson (Atlanta Falcons) averaged 19.5 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring David Montgomery (Detroit Lions, 9.1 PPG) by 10.4 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

The per-game difference of 10.4 points favors Bijan Robinson, 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.

Bijan Robinson is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 79 targets into 820 yards, while David Montgomery profiles as a more traditional rusher with 716 rushing yards and 8 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Bijan Robinson carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Bijan Robinson is off Week 5 and David Montgomery Week 8. 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

Bijan Robinson is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. David Montgomery 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. David Montgomery (age 28, 6 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Bijan Robinson outscored David Montgomery by a projected 177 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•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.
•Bijan Robinson is 4 years younger than David Montgomery (24 vs 28), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatRobinsonMontgomery

PPG (Half-PPR)19.59.1

Games Played1717

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)332155

Rushing Yards1,478716

Rush Yds/Game86.942.1

Rushing TDs78

Receptions7924

Receiving Yards820192

Targets10329

Total TDs119

Age2428

Experience2 yrs6 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 5Week 8

Summary

19.5 PPG for Bijan Robinson versus 9.1 for David Montgomery in 2025. The baseline favors Bijan Robinson, 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 Bijan Robinson or David Montgomery in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Bijan Robinson has the edge at 19.5 PPG compared to David Montgomery's 9.1 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 David Montgomery average in 2025?▾

Bijan Robinson averaged 19.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. David Montgomery averaged 9.1 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 10.4 points per game.

When are Bijan Robinson and David Montgomery's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Bijan Robinson or David Montgomery a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Bijan Robinson outscored David Montgomery by 10.4 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.