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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Bijan Robinson vs Zach Ertz

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. Zach Ertz (7.8 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
TEWashington Commanders#20
Zach Ertz
PPG
7.8
Games
13
Rec
50
Rec Yds
504
Rec TDs
4
Targets
72
Bye
Week 12

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Bijan Robinson
Zach Ertz

Head to Head

19.5 PPG7.8 PPG
17 GP13 GP
Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Bijan Robinson: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #3 at the position). Zach Ertz: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #20 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 Zach Ertz: Who Should You Start?

Comparing Bijan Robinson (RB, Atlanta Falcons) against Zach Ertz (TE, Washington Commanders) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Bijan Robinson averaged 19.5 PPG in 2025 over 17 games, while Zach Ertz posted 7.8 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, Zach Ertz in Week 12. 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. Zach Ertz 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. Zach Ertz (age 35) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

  • Bijan Robinson outscored Zach Ertz by a projected 199 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Bijan Robinson played 17 games in 2025 compared to Zach Ertz'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.
  • Bijan Robinson is 11 years younger than Zach Ertz (24 vs 35), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.
Detailed Stat Breakdown
StatRobinsonErtz
PPG (Half-PPR)19.57.8
Games Played1713
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)332101
Rushing Yards1,4780
Rush Yds/Game86.90.0
Rushing TDs70
Receptions7950
Receiving Yards820504
Targets10372
Total TDs114
Age2435
Experience2 yrs12 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 5Week 12

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Bijan Robinson at 19.5 PPG, 11.7 points per game above Zach Ertz's 7.8. 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 Zach Ertz in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Bijan Robinson has the edge at 19.5 PPG compared to Zach Ertz's 7.8 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 Zach Ertz average in 2025?

Bijan Robinson averaged 19.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Zach Ertz averaged 7.8 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 11.7 points per game.

When are Bijan Robinson and Zach Ertz's bye weeks in 2026?

Bijan Robinson (ATL) has a bye in Week 5, and Zach Ertz (WAS) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.