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Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

Alec Pierce or Kyren WilliamsWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Kyren Williams over Alec Pierce in 2026.

Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 PPG in 2025 to Alec Pierce's 10.7, a 3.7 point per game edge. They play different positions, so weigh the per-game edge against what your roster needs at RB and WR. Kyren Williams is Tier 3 among running backs, Alec Pierce is Tier 3 among wide receivers.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Kyren Williams (14.4 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Alec Pierce (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.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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WRIndianapolis Colts#22

Alec Pierce

PPG

10.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,003

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 13

RBLos Angeles Rams#11PPG LEADER

Kyren Williams

PPG

14.4

Games

Rush Yds

1,252

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

281

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Alec Pierce

Kyren Williams

Head to Head

10.7 PPG14.4 PPG

15 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Alec Pierce: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #22 at the position). Kyren Williams: Tier 3 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #11 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 3 (Strong Starter) RB in most league formats.

Alec Pierce vs Kyren Williams: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Alec Pierce (WR, Indianapolis Colts) against Kyren Williams (RB, Los Angeles Rams) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Alec Pierce averaged 10.7 PPG in 2025 over 15 games, while Kyren Williams posted 14.4 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.

Alec Pierce has his bye in Week 13, Kyren Williams in Week 11. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire Kyren Williams at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Alec Pierce is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Alec Pierce (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Kyren Williams (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Kyren Williams outscored Alec Pierce by a projected 63 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyren Williams played 17 games in 2025 compared to Alec Pierce's 15. That durability gap means Kyren Williams contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Kyren Williams scored 13 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Alec Pierce saw 84 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Alec Pierce vs Kyren Williams: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Alec Pierce	Kyren Williams
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.7	14.4
Games Played	15	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	161	245
Rushing Yards	0	1,252
Rush Yds/Game	0.0	73.6
Rushing TDs	0	10
Receptions	47	36
Receiving Yards	1,003	281
Targets	84	50
Total TDs	6	13
Age	26	26
Experience	3 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 11

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Kyren Williams holds the PPG edge with solid output at 14.4 points per game. Alec Pierce averaged 10.7 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Alec Pierce or Kyren Williams in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kyren Williams has the edge at 14.4 PPG compared to Alec Pierce'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.

Should I draft Alec Pierce or Kyren Williams in 2026 fantasy football?▾

They come off the board at different positions, so weigh Kyren Williams's 14.4 fantasy points per game against Alec Pierce's 10.7 and what your roster still needs at WR. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did Alec Pierce and Kyren Williams average in 2025?▾

Alec Pierce averaged 10.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 3.7 points per game.

When are Alec Pierce and Kyren Williams's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Alec Pierce (IND) has a bye in Week 13, and Kyren Williams (LAR) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.