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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Jonathan Taylor vs Wan'Dale Robinson

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. Wan'Dale Robinson (10.7 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

WRNew York Giants#23

Wan'Dale Robinson

PPG

10.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,014

Rec TDs

Targets

140

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Jonathan Taylor

Wan'Dale Robinson

Head to Head

20.0 PPG10.7 PPG

17 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Jonathan Taylor: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #2 at the position). Wan'Dale Robinson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #23 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 3 (Flex/Starter) WR in most league formats.

Jonathan Taylor vs Wan'Dale Robinson: Who Should You Start?

Comparing Jonathan Taylor (RB, Indianapolis Colts) against Wan'Dale Robinson (WR, New York Giants) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Jonathan Taylor averaged 20.0 PPG in 2025 over 17 games, while Wan'Dale Robinson posted 10.7 PPG across 16 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, Wan'Dale Robinson in Week 14. 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. Wan'Dale Robinson 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. Wan'Dale Robinson (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Jonathan Taylor outscored Wan'Dale Robinson by a projected 158 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jonathan Taylor played 17 games in 2025 compared to Wan'Dale Robinson's 16. That durability gap means Jonathan Taylor contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jonathan Taylor scored 20 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Wan'Dale Robinson caught 92 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatTaylorRobinson

PPG (Half-PPR)20.010.7

Games Played1716

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)340171

Rushing Yards1,5855

Rush Yds/Game93.20.3

Rushing TDs180

Receptions4692

Receiving Yards3781,014

Targets55140

Total TDs204

Age2725

Experience5 yrs3 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 11Week 14

Summary

20.0 PPG for Jonathan Taylor versus 10.7 for Wan'Dale Robinson 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 Wan'Dale Robinson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jonathan Taylor has the edge at 20.0 PPG compared to Wan'Dale Robinson's 10.7 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 Wan'Dale Robinson average in 2025?▾

Jonathan Taylor averaged 20.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Wan'Dale Robinson averaged 10.7 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 9.3 points per game.

When are Jonathan Taylor and Wan'Dale Robinson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jonathan Taylor (IND) has a bye in Week 11, and Wan'Dale Robinson (NYG) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.