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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Devin Singletary vs James Cook

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

James Cook is the better fantasy play this season.

James Cook is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 16.8 PPG and 1,912 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Devin Singletary (5.9 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster James Cook as the starter and Devin Singletary as depth.

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

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RBNew York Giants#55

Devin Singletary

PPG

5.9

Games

Rush Yds

437

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

151

Bye

Week 14

RBBuffalo Bills#6PPG LEADER

James Cook

PPG

16.8

Games

Rush Yds

1,621

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

291

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Devin Singletary

James Cook

Head to Head

5.9 PPG16.8 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Devin Singletary: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #55 at the position). James Cook: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #6 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Devin Singletary is producing at 27% of elite pace and James Cook at 76%. That ranking gap means James Cook carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Devin Singletary vs James Cook: Who Should You Start?

The numbers tell a clear story here. James Cook put up 16.8 fantasy points per game for the Buffalo Bills in 2025, while Devin Singletary managed 5.9 across 17 games with the New York Giants. A 10.9-point weekly edge is substantial at the running back position.

James Cook carries a 10.9-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 profile as early-down workhorses. Devin Singletary ran for 437 yards and 5 touchdowns; James Cook posted 1621 and 12. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Devin Singletary sits Week 14 while James Cook is off Week 7. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire James Cook at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Devin Singletary is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Devin Singletary (age 28, 6 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. James Cook (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•James Cook outscored Devin Singletary by a projected 185 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•James Cook scored 14 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•James Cook caught 33 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatSingletaryCook

PPG (Half-PPR)5.916.8

Games Played1717

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)100286

Rushing Yards4371,621

Rush Yds/Game25.795.4

Rushing TDs512

Receptions1833

Receiving Yards151291

Targets1940

Total TDs514

Age2826

Experience6 yrs3 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 14Week 7

Summary

Based on 2025 production, James Cook holds the PPG edge with solid output at 16.8 points per game. Devin Singletary averaged 5.9 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 Devin Singletary or James Cook in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, James Cook has the edge at 16.8 PPG compared to Devin Singletary's 5.9 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 Devin Singletary and James Cook average in 2025?▾

Devin Singletary averaged 5.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. James Cook averaged 16.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 10.9 points per game.

When are Devin Singletary and James Cook's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Devin Singletary (NYG) has a bye in Week 14, and James Cook (BUF) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Devin Singletary or James Cook a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

James Cook outscored Devin Singletary by 10.9 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.