What Is PPR in Fantasy Football? PPR vs Half-PPR vs Standard
Fantasy Football Glossary · By Elliot — Founder, Dynasty Dealer · Published 2026-10-02
PPR (point per reception) is a fantasy football scoring format that awards one point for every catch, on top of the usual points for yards and touchdowns. Half-PPR awards half a point per catch, and standard (non-PPR) scoring awards nothing for the catch itself. The catch bonus rewards volume, so wide receivers, pass-catching running backs and tight ends gain value, and touchdown-dependent runners lose some.
PPR vs half-PPR vs standard: a worked example
With the usual 1 point per 10 yards and 6 points per touchdown, a receiver who catches 8 passes for 90 yards and a touchdown scores 15 points in standard, 19 in half-PPR and 23 in full PPR. A running back who runs for 90 yards and a touchdown and adds one 5-yard catch scores 15.5, 16 and 16.5. Same yards, same touchdown: the format alone opens a 6.5-point gap between them.
How the format changes player values
Catches arrive every week while touchdowns come and go, so PPR favors high-target receivers and receiving backs and makes scores steadier. Standard scoring pushes value toward goal-line running backs and big-play threats. Half-PPR sits in between. That is why one player can rank very differently from one format to the next: always use rankings and projections built for your league’s scoring.
Which format should your league use?
Full PPR makes more players startable and takes some luck out of touchdowns. Half-PPR is the compromise that keeps workhorse running backs at the top. Standard rewards touchdowns and suits leagues that want big weeks to swing games. Dynasty leagues lean toward full PPR, and many add a tight end premium on top.
Is half-PPR better than PPR?
Neither is better; they balance the positions differently. Half-PPR narrows the gap between pass-catchers and early-down running backs, while full PPR tilts value toward high-volume receivers.
Does PPR count catches by running backs and tight ends?
Yes. Every reception earns the bonus, whatever the position. Some leagues also add a tight end premium that pays tight ends extra per catch.
What does standard scoring mean in fantasy football?
Standard, or non-PPR, scoring pays only for yards and touchdowns. A catch earns nothing on its own, which raises the value of running backs who score near the goal line.