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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Chase Brown vs Jonathan Taylor

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Jonathan Taylor is the better fantasy play this season.

Jonathan Taylor is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 20.0 PPG and 1,963 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Chase Brown (14.6 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Jonathan Taylor as the starter and Chase Brown as depth.

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

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RBCincinnati Bengals#9

Chase Brown

PPG

14.6

Games

Rush Yds

1,019

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

437

Bye

Week 10

RBIndianapolis Colts#2PPG LEADER

Jonathan Taylor

PPG

20.0

Games

Rush Yds

1,585

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

378

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Chase Brown

Jonathan Taylor

Head to Head

14.6 PPG20.0 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Chase Brown: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #9 at the position). Jonathan Taylor: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #2 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Chase Brown is producing at 66% of elite pace and Jonathan Taylor at 91%. That ranking gap means Jonathan Taylor carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Chase Brown vs Jonathan Taylor: Who Should You Start?

Two running backs who will land on plenty of the same rosters in 2026. Chase Brown (Cincinnati Bengals) finished the 2025 season averaging 14.6 fantasy points per game in 17 games. Jonathan Taylor (Indianapolis Colts) came in at 20.0 PPG over 17 games. The gap is real but not insurmountable with the right matchup.

Jonathan Taylor carries a 5.4-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

Both are three-down backs with real passing-game roles. Chase Brown caught 69 balls for 437 yards, and Jonathan Taylor hauled in 46 for 378. That receiving workload gives them high PPR floors even in games where the ground attack gets stuffed, and it is why both stay on the field in obvious passing situations.

One scheduling note: Chase Brown is off Week 10 and Jonathan Taylor Week 11. 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

If you can acquire Jonathan Taylor at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Chase Brown is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Chase Brown (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Jonathan Taylor (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Jonathan Taylor outscored Chase Brown by a projected 92 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jonathan Taylor scored 20 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Chase Brown caught 69 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatBrownTaylor

PPG (Half-PPR)14.620.0

Games Played1717

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)248340

Rushing Yards1,0191,585

Rush Yds/Game59.993.2

Rushing TDs618

Receptions6946

Receiving Yards437378

Targets8855

Total TDs1120

Age2627

Experience2 yrs5 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 10Week 11

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Jonathan Taylor holds the PPG edge with strong output at 20.0 points per game. Chase Brown averaged 14.6 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 Chase Brown or Jonathan Taylor in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jonathan Taylor has the edge at 20.0 PPG compared to Chase Brown's 14.6 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 Chase Brown and Jonathan Taylor average in 2025?▾

Chase Brown averaged 14.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Jonathan Taylor averaged 20.0 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 5.4 points per game.

When are Chase Brown and Jonathan Taylor's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Chase Brown (CIN) has a bye in Week 10, and Jonathan Taylor (IND) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Chase Brown or Jonathan Taylor a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Jonathan Taylor outscored Chase Brown by 5.4 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.