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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Bijan Robinson vs Isiah Pacheco

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 Isiah Pacheco by 13.5 PPG in 2025 with 11 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Bijan Robinson is the clear pick. Isiah Pacheco 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

RBKansas City Chiefs#54

Isiah Pacheco

PPG

6.0

Games

Rush Yds

462

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

101

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Bijan Robinson

Isiah Pacheco

Head to Head

19.5 PPG6.0 PPG

17 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Bijan Robinson: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #3 at the position). Isiah Pacheco: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #54 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Bijan Robinson is producing at 89% of elite pace and Isiah Pacheco at 27%. That ranking gap means Bijan Robinson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Bijan Robinson vs Isiah Pacheco: 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 Isiah Pacheco (Kansas City Chiefs, 6.0 PPG) by 13.5 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

That 13.5-point weekly advantage for Bijan Robinson is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Bijan Robinson is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 79 targets into 820 yards, while Isiah Pacheco profiles as a more traditional rusher with 462 rushing yards and 1 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 Isiah Pacheco Week 10. 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. Isiah Pacheco 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. Isiah Pacheco (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Bijan Robinson outscored Isiah Pacheco by a projected 230 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Bijan Robinson played 17 games in 2025 compared to Isiah Pacheco'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▾

StatRobinsonPacheco

PPG (Half-PPR)19.56.0

Games Played1713

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)33278

Rushing Yards1,478462

Rush Yds/Game86.935.5

Rushing TDs71

Receptions7919

Receiving Yards820101

Targets10326

Total TDs112

Age2427

Experience2 yrs3 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 5Week 10

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Bijan Robinson at 19.5 PPG, 13.5 points per game above Isiah Pacheco's 6.0. 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 Isiah Pacheco in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Bijan Robinson has the edge at 19.5 PPG compared to Isiah Pacheco's 6.0 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 Isiah Pacheco average in 2025?▾

Bijan Robinson averaged 19.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Isiah Pacheco averaged 6.0 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 13.5 points per game.

When are Bijan Robinson and Isiah Pacheco's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Bijan Robinson or Isiah Pacheco a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Bijan Robinson outscored Isiah Pacheco by 13.5 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.