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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Alexander Mattison vs Kenneth Walker IIIWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Kenneth Walker III is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.4 PPG to Alexander Mattison's 5.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Kenneth Walker III is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Kenneth Walker III outscored Alexander Mattison by 5.1 PPG in 2025 with 5 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Kenneth Walker III is the clear pick. Alexander Mattison 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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RBLas Vegas Raiders#99

Alexander Mattison

PPG

5.3

Games

Rush Yds

255

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 10

RBSeattle Seahawks#29PPG LEADER

Kenneth Walker III

PPG

10.4

Games

Rush Yds

1,027

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

282

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Alexander Mattison

Kenneth Walker III

Head to Head

5.3 PPG10.4 PPG

14 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Alexander Mattison: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Kenneth Walker III: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #29 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Alexander Mattison is producing at 24% of elite pace and Kenneth Walker III at 47%. That ranking gap means Kenneth Walker III carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Alexander Mattison vs Kenneth Walker III: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Alexander Mattison and Kenneth Walker III for your lineup, you are not alone. Alexander Mattison finished the 2025 season at 5.3 PPG for the Las Vegas Raiders (14 games), and Kenneth Walker III averaged 10.4 for the Seattle Seahawks (17 games).

That 5.1-point weekly advantage for Kenneth Walker III is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Alexander Mattison ran for 255 yards and 2 touchdowns; Kenneth Walker III posted 1027 and 5. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

One scheduling note: Alexander Mattison is off Week 10 and Kenneth Walker III Week 11. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in running back for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Kenneth Walker III is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Alexander Mattison is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Alexander Mattison (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Kenneth Walker III (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Kenneth Walker III outscored Alexander Mattison by a projected 87 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kenneth Walker III played 17 games in 2025 compared to Alexander Mattison's 14. That durability gap means Kenneth Walker III contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Kenneth Walker III scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Kenneth Walker III caught 31 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Alexander Mattison vs Kenneth Walker III: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Alexander Mattison	Kenneth Walker III
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.3	10.4
Games Played	14	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	74	177
Rushing Yards	255	1,027
Rush Yds/Game	18.2	60.4
Rushing TDs	2	5
Receptions	14	31
Receiving Yards	95	282
Targets	0	36
Total TDs	2	5
Age	-	25
Experience	-	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Kenneth Walker III at 10.4 PPG, 5.1 points per game above Alexander Mattison's 5.3. 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 Alexander Mattison or Kenneth Walker III in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kenneth Walker III has the edge at 10.4 PPG compared to Alexander Mattison's 5.3 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 Alexander Mattison and Kenneth Walker III average in 2025?▾

Alexander Mattison averaged 5.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Kenneth Walker III averaged 10.4 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 5.1 points per game.

When are Alexander Mattison and Kenneth Walker III's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Alexander Mattison (LV) has a bye in Week 10, and Kenneth Walker III (SEA) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Alexander Mattison or Kenneth Walker III a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Kenneth Walker III outscored Alexander Mattison by 5.1 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.