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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Alexander Mattison vs Samaje PerineWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Samaje Perine is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.5 PPG to Alexander Mattison's 5.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Samaje Perine is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Samaje Perine and Alexander Mattison are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.2-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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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

RBKansas City Chiefs#99PPG LEADER

Samaje Perine

PPG

6.5

Games

Rush Yds

285

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

182

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Alexander Mattison

Samaje Perine

Head to Head

5.3 PPG6.5 PPG

14 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Alexander Mattison: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Samaje Perine: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Alexander Mattison is producing at 24% of elite pace and Samaje Perine at 30%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Alexander Mattison vs Samaje Perine: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Alexander Mattison finished the 2025 season at 5.3 PPG over 14 games with the Las Vegas Raiders, while Samaje Perine clocked in at 6.5 across 15 appearances for the Kansas City Chiefs. A 1.2-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Alexander Mattison ran for 255 yards and 2 touchdowns; Samaje Perine posted 285 and 2. 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 Samaje Perine Week 6. 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

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Alexander Mattison (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Samaje Perine (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Samaje Perine outscored Alexander Mattison by a projected 20 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Samaje Perine played 15 games in 2025 compared to Alexander Mattison's 14. That durability gap means Samaje Perine contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Samaje Perine scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Alexander Mattison vs Samaje Perine: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Alexander Mattison	Samaje Perine
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.3	6.5
Games Played	14	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	74	98
Rushing Yards	255	285
Rush Yds/Game	18.2	19.0
Rushing TDs	2	2
Receptions	14	24
Receiving Yards	95	182
Targets	0	0
Total TDs	2	3
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Samaje Perine at 6.5 PPG, 1.2 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 Samaje Perine in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Samaje Perine has the edge at 6.5 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 Samaje Perine average in 2025?▾

Alexander Mattison averaged 5.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Samaje Perine averaged 6.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.2 points per game.

When are Alexander Mattison and Samaje Perine's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Alexander Mattison (LV) has a bye in Week 10, and Samaje Perine (KC) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Alexander Mattison or Samaje Perine a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Samaje Perine outscored Alexander Mattison by 1.2 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.