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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Jonathan Taylor vs Kyle Monangai

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Jonathan Taylor is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Jonathan Taylor outscored Kyle Monangai by 11.9 PPG in 2025 with 20 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Jonathan Taylor is the clear pick. Kyle Monangai 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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RBIndianapolis Colts#2PPG LEADER

Jonathan Taylor

PPG

20.0

Games

Rush Yds

1,585

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

378

Bye

Week 11

RBChicago Bears#38

Kyle Monangai

PPG

8.1

Games

Rush Yds

783

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

164

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Jonathan Taylor

Kyle Monangai

Head to Head

20.0 PPG8.1 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Jonathan Taylor: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #2 at the position). Kyle Monangai: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #38 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Jonathan Taylor is producing at 91% of elite pace and Kyle Monangai at 37%. That ranking gap means Jonathan Taylor carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jonathan Taylor vs Kyle Monangai: Who Should You Start?

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Jonathan Taylor (Indianapolis Colts) averaged 20.0 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring Kyle Monangai (Chicago Bears, 8.1 PPG) by 11.9 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

That 11.9-point weekly advantage for Jonathan Taylor 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.

Jonathan Taylor is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 46 targets into 378 yards, while Kyle Monangai profiles as a more traditional rusher with 783 rushing yards and 5 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Jonathan Taylor carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Jonathan Taylor is off Week 11 and Kyle Monangai Week 5. 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

Jonathan Taylor is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Kyle Monangai is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Jonathan Taylor (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Kyle Monangai (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Jonathan Taylor outscored Kyle Monangai by a projected 202 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.
•Jonathan Taylor caught 46 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Kyle Monangai is 4 years younger than Jonathan Taylor (23 vs 27), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatTaylorMonangai

PPG (Half-PPR)20.08.1

Games Played1717

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)340138

Rushing Yards1,585783

Rush Yds/Game93.246.1

Rushing TDs185

Receptions4618

Receiving Yards378164

Targets5530

Total TDs205

Age2723

Experience5 yrs-

Bye WeekWeek 11Week 5

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jonathan Taylor at 20.0 PPG, 11.9 points per game above Kyle Monangai's 8.1. 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 Jonathan Taylor or Kyle Monangai in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jonathan Taylor has the edge at 20.0 PPG compared to Kyle Monangai's 8.1 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 Jonathan Taylor and Kyle Monangai average in 2025?▾

Jonathan Taylor averaged 20.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Kyle Monangai averaged 8.1 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 11.9 points per game.

When are Jonathan Taylor and Kyle Monangai's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jonathan Taylor (IND) has a bye in Week 11, and Kyle Monangai (CHI) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jonathan Taylor or Kyle Monangai a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Jonathan Taylor outscored Kyle Monangai by 11.9 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.