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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Jonathan Taylor vs Tyler Warren

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. Tyler Warren (8.9 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

Rush Yds

1,585

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

378

Bye

Week 11

TEIndianapolis Colts#12

Tyler Warren

PPG

8.9

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

817

Rec TDs

Targets

112

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Jonathan Taylor

Tyler Warren

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20.0 PPG8.9 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Jonathan Taylor: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #2 at the position). Tyler Warren: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE (ranked #12 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 Tyler Warren: Who Should You Start?

Comparing Jonathan Taylor (RB, Indianapolis Colts) against Tyler Warren (TE, Indianapolis Colts) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Jonathan Taylor averaged 20.0 PPG in 2025 over 17 games, while Tyler Warren posted 8.9 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.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Jonathan Taylor is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Tyler Warren 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. Tyler Warren (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Jonathan Taylor outscored Tyler Warren by a projected 189 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.
•Tyler Warren caught 76 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Tyler Warren is 4 years younger than Jonathan Taylor (23 vs 27), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.
•Both players share a Week 11 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatTaylorWarren

PPG (Half-PPR)20.08.9

Games Played1717

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)340151

Rushing Yards1,5858

Rush Yds/Game93.20.5

Rushing TDs181

Receptions4676

Receiving Yards378817

Targets55112

Total TDs205

Age2723

Experience5 yrs-

Bye WeekWeek 11Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jonathan Taylor at 20.0 PPG, 11.1 points per game above Tyler Warren's 8.9. 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 Tyler Warren in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jonathan Taylor has the edge at 20.0 PPG compared to Tyler Warren's 8.9 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 Tyler Warren average in 2025?▾

Jonathan Taylor averaged 20.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tyler Warren averaged 8.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 11.1 points per game.

Do Jonathan Taylor and Tyler Warren share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Jonathan Taylor and Tyler Warren share a Week 11 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.