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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Jahmyr Gibbs vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Jahmyr Gibbs is the better fantasy play this season.

Jahmyr Gibbs is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 19.3 PPG and 1,839 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Tyrone Tracy Jr. (9.5 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Jahmyr Gibbs as the starter and Tyrone Tracy Jr. as depth.

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

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RBDetroit Lions#4PPG LEADER

Jahmyr Gibbs

PPG

19.3

Games

Rush Yds

1,223

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

616

Bye

Week 8

RBNew York Giants#31

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

PPG

9.5

Games

Rush Yds

740

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

288

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Jahmyr Gibbs

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

Head to Head

19.3 PPG9.5 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Jahmyr Gibbs: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #4 at the position). Tyrone Tracy Jr.: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #31 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Jahmyr Gibbs is producing at 88% of elite pace and Tyrone Tracy Jr. at 43%. That ranking gap means Jahmyr Gibbs carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jahmyr Gibbs vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.: Who Should You Start?

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Jahmyr Gibbs (Detroit Lions) averaged 19.3 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring Tyrone Tracy Jr. (New York Giants, 9.5 PPG) by 9.8 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

Jahmyr Gibbs carries a 9.8-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.

Jahmyr Gibbs is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 77 targets into 616 yards, while Tyrone Tracy Jr. profiles as a more traditional rusher with 740 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Jahmyr Gibbs carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Jahmyr Gibbs is off Week 8 and Tyrone Tracy Jr. Week 14. 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 Jahmyr Gibbs at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Tyrone Tracy Jr. is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Jahmyr Gibbs (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Tyrone Tracy Jr. (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Jahmyr Gibbs outscored Tyrone Tracy Jr. by a projected 167 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jahmyr Gibbs played 17 games in 2025 compared to Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s 15. That durability gap means Jahmyr Gibbs contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jahmyr Gibbs scored 18 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.1 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Jahmyr Gibbs caught 77 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatGibbsJr.

PPG (Half-PPR)19.39.5

Games Played1715

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)328143

Rushing Yards1,223740

Rush Yds/Game71.949.3

Rushing TDs132

Receptions7736

Receiving Yards616288

Targets9448

Total TDs184

Age2426

Experience2 yrs1 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 8Week 14

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Jahmyr Gibbs holds the PPG edge with strong output at 19.3 points per game. Tyrone Tracy Jr. averaged 9.5 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 Jahmyr Gibbs or Tyrone Tracy Jr. in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jahmyr Gibbs has the edge at 19.3 PPG compared to Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s 9.5 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 Jahmyr Gibbs and Tyrone Tracy Jr. average in 2025?▾

Jahmyr Gibbs averaged 19.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tyrone Tracy Jr. averaged 9.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 9.8 points per game.

When are Jahmyr Gibbs and Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jahmyr Gibbs (DET) has a bye in Week 8, and Tyrone Tracy Jr. (NYG) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jahmyr Gibbs or Tyrone Tracy Jr. a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Jahmyr Gibbs outscored Tyrone Tracy Jr. by 9.8 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.