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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Joe Mixon vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Joe Mixon is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Joe Mixon outscored Tyrone Tracy Jr. by 7.0 PPG in 2025 with 12 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Joe Mixon is the clear pick. Tyrone Tracy Jr. 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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RBHouston Texans#99PPG LEADER

Joe Mixon

PPG

16.5

Games

Rush Yds

1,165

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

240

Bye

Week 14

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

Joe Mixon

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

Head to Head

16.5 PPG9.5 PPG

15 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Joe Mixon: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 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, Joe Mixon is producing at 75% of elite pace and Tyrone Tracy Jr. at 43%. That ranking gap means Tyrone Tracy Jr. carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Joe Mixon vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.: Who Should You Start?

The numbers tell a clear story here. Joe Mixon put up 16.5 fantasy points per game for the Houston Texans in 2025, while Tyrone Tracy Jr. managed 9.5 across 15 games with the New York Giants. A 7.0-point weekly edge is substantial at the running back position.

That 7.0-point weekly advantage for Joe Mixon 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.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Joe Mixon ran for 1165 yards and 11 touchdowns; Tyrone Tracy Jr. posted 740 and 2. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Both share a Week 14 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking running backs this deep on your bench, plan your replacement running back early.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Joe Mixon is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Tyrone Tracy Jr. is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Joe Mixon (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Tyrone Tracy Jr. (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Joe Mixon outscored Tyrone Tracy Jr. by a projected 119 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Joe Mixon scored 12 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Tyrone Tracy Jr. caught 36 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Both players share a Week 14 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatMixonJr.

PPG (Half-PPR)16.59.5

Games Played1515

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)248143

Rushing Yards1,165740

Rush Yds/Game77.749.3

Rushing TDs112

Receptions3236

Receiving Yards240288

Targets048

Total TDs124

Age-26

Experience-1 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 14Week 14

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Joe Mixon at 16.5 PPG, 7.0 points per game above Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s 9.5. 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 Joe Mixon or Tyrone Tracy Jr. in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Joe Mixon has the edge at 16.5 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 Joe Mixon and Tyrone Tracy Jr. average in 2025?▾

Joe Mixon averaged 16.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Tyrone Tracy Jr. averaged 9.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 7.0 points per game.

Do Joe Mixon and Tyrone Tracy Jr. share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Joe Mixon and Tyrone Tracy Jr. share a Week 14 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is Joe Mixon or Tyrone Tracy Jr. a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Joe Mixon outscored Tyrone Tracy Jr. by 7.0 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.