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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Jonathan Taylor vs Trey Benson

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 Trey Benson by 12.8 PPG in 2025 with 20 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Jonathan Taylor is the clear pick. Trey Benson 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

RBArizona Cardinals#46

Trey Benson

PPG

7.2

Games

Rush Yds

160

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Jonathan Taylor

Trey Benson

Head to Head

20.0 PPG7.2 PPG

17 GP4 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Jonathan Taylor: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #2 at the position). Trey Benson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #46 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Jonathan Taylor is producing at 91% of elite pace and Trey Benson at 33%. That ranking gap means Jonathan Taylor carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jonathan Taylor vs Trey Benson: Who Should You Start?

Jonathan Taylor and Trey Benson are at different tiers heading into 2026. The Indianapolis Colts running back averaged 20.0 PPG in 2025, a full 12.8 points per game ahead of Trey Benson's 7.2 with the Arizona Cardinals. That kind of gap doesn't close on matchup alone.

The per-game difference of 12.8 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 Trey Benson profiles as a more traditional rusher with 160 rushing yards and undefined touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Jonathan Taylor carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

Jonathan Taylor has his bye in Week 11, and Trey Benson rests in Week 8. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Jonathan Taylor is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Trey Benson 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. Trey Benson (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Jonathan Taylor outscored Trey Benson by a projected 218 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jonathan Taylor played 17 games in 2025 compared to Trey Benson's 4. That durability gap means Jonathan Taylor contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jonathan Taylor caught 46 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Trey Benson is 4 years younger than Jonathan Taylor (23 vs 27), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatTaylorBenson

PPG (Half-PPR)20.07.2

Games Played174

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)34029

Rushing Yards1,585160

Rush Yds/Game93.240.0

Rushing TDs180

Receptions4613

Receiving Yards37864

Targets5516

Total TDs200

Age2723

Experience5 yrs1 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 11Week 8

Summary

20.0 PPG for Jonathan Taylor versus 7.2 for Trey Benson 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 Trey Benson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jonathan Taylor has the edge at 20.0 PPG compared to Trey Benson's 7.2 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 Trey Benson average in 2025?▾

Jonathan Taylor averaged 20.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Trey Benson averaged 7.2 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 12.8 points per game.

When are Jonathan Taylor and Trey Benson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Jonathan Taylor or Trey Benson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Jonathan Taylor outscored Trey Benson by 12.8 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.