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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Jonathan Taylor vs Kyren Williams

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 Kyren Williams by 5.6 PPG in 2025 with 20 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Jonathan Taylor is the clear pick. Kyren Williams 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

RBLos Angeles Rams#11

Kyren Williams

PPG

14.4

Games

Rush Yds

1,252

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

281

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Jonathan Taylor

Kyren Williams

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20.0 PPG14.4 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Jonathan Taylor: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #2 at the position). Kyren Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #11 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Jonathan Taylor is producing at 91% of elite pace and Kyren Williams at 65%. That ranking gap means Jonathan Taylor carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jonathan Taylor vs Kyren Williams: Who Should You Start?

Deciding between Jonathan Taylor and Kyren Williams is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Indianapolis Colts running back put up 20.0 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Kyren Williams of the Los Angeles Rams averaged 14.4 in 17. A 5.6-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.6 points favors Jonathan Taylor, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

Jonathan Taylor is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 46 targets into 378 yards, while Kyren Williams profiles as a more traditional rusher with 1252 rushing yards and 10 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 Kyren Williams Week 8. 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. Kyren Williams 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. Kyren Williams (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Jonathan Taylor outscored Kyren Williams by a projected 95 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatTaylorWilliams

PPG (Half-PPR)20.014.4

Games Played1717

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)340245

Rushing Yards1,5851,252

Rush Yds/Game93.273.6

Rushing TDs1810

Receptions4636

Receiving Yards378281

Targets5550

Total TDs2013

Age2725

Experience5 yrs3 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 11Week 8

Summary

20.0 PPG for Jonathan Taylor versus 14.4 for Kyren Williams in 2025. The baseline favors Jonathan Taylor, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Jonathan Taylor or Kyren Williams in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jonathan Taylor has the edge at 20.0 PPG compared to Kyren Williams's 14.4 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 Kyren Williams average in 2025?▾

Jonathan Taylor averaged 20.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 5.6 points per game.

When are Jonathan Taylor and Kyren Williams's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jonathan Taylor (IND) has a bye in Week 11, and Kyren Williams (LAR) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jonathan Taylor or Kyren Williams a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Jonathan Taylor outscored Kyren Williams by 5.6 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.