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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Jonathan Taylor vs Kyle Pitts

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Jonathan Taylor is the better fantasy play this season.

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Jonathan Taylor (20.0 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Kyle Pitts (9.8 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

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
17
Rush Yds
1,585
Rush TDs
18
Rec
46
Rec Yds
378
Bye
Week 11
TEAtlanta Falcons#6
Kyle Pitts
PPG
9.8
Games
17
Rec
88
Rec Yds
928
Rec TDs
5
Targets
118
Bye
Week 5

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Jonathan Taylor
Kyle Pitts

Head to Head

20.0 PPG9.8 PPG
17 GP17 GP
Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Jonathan Taylor: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #2 at the position). Kyle Pitts: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE (ranked #6 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 1 (Elite) RB is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE in most league formats.

Jonathan Taylor vs Kyle Pitts: Who Should You Start?

Comparing Jonathan Taylor (RB, Indianapolis Colts) against Kyle Pitts (TE, Atlanta Falcons) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Jonathan Taylor averaged 20.0 PPG in 2025 over 17 games, while Kyle Pitts posted 9.8 PPG across 17 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

Jonathan Taylor has his bye in Week 11, Kyle Pitts in Week 5. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Jonathan Taylor is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Kyle Pitts 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 Pitts (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

  • Jonathan Taylor outscored Kyle Pitts by a projected 173 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.
  • Kyle Pitts caught 88 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
Detailed Stat Breakdown
StatTaylorPitts
PPG (Half-PPR)20.09.8
Games Played1717
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)340167
Rushing Yards1,5850
Rush Yds/Game93.20.0
Rushing TDs180
Receptions4688
Receiving Yards378928
Targets55118
Total TDs205
Age2725
Experience5 yrs4 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 11Week 5

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jonathan Taylor at 20.0 PPG, 10.2 points per game above Kyle Pitts's 9.8. 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 Pitts in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Jonathan Taylor has the edge at 20.0 PPG compared to Kyle Pitts's 9.8 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 Pitts average in 2025?

Jonathan Taylor averaged 20.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Kyle Pitts averaged 9.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 10.2 points per game.

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

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