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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Alvin Kamara vs D'Andre SwiftWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.2 PPG to Alvin Kamara's 7.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. D'Andre Swift outscored Alvin Kamara by 5.5 PPG in 2025 with 10 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, D'Andre Swift is the clear pick. Alvin Kamara 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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RBNew Orleans Saints#41

Alvin Kamara

PPG

7.7

Games

Rush Yds

471

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

186

Bye

Week 8

RBChicago Bears#16PPG LEADER

D'Andre Swift

PPG

13.2

Games

Rush Yds

1,087

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

299

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Alvin Kamara

D'Andre Swift

Head to Head

7.7 PPG13.2 PPG

11 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Alvin Kamara: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #41 at the position). D'Andre Swift: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #16 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Alvin Kamara is producing at 35% of elite pace and D'Andre Swift at 60%. That ranking gap means D'Andre Swift carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Alvin Kamara vs D'Andre Swift: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Alvin Kamara and D'Andre Swift is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The New Orleans Saints running back put up 7.7 PPG in 2025 over 11 games; D'Andre Swift of the Chicago Bears averaged 13.2 in 16. A 5.5-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.5 points favors D'Andre Swift, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Alvin Kamara ran for 471 yards and 1 touchdowns; D'Andre Swift posted 1087 and 9. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Alvin Kamara has his bye in Week 8, and D'Andre Swift rests in Week 10. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

D'Andre Swift is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Alvin Kamara is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Alvin Kamara (age 30, 8 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. D'Andre Swift (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•D'Andre Swift outscored Alvin Kamara by a projected 93 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•D'Andre Swift played 16 games in 2025 compared to Alvin Kamara's 11. That durability gap means D'Andre Swift contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•D'Andre Swift scored 10 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•D'Andre Swift caught 34 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Alvin Kamara vs D'Andre Swift: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Alvin Kamara	D'Andre Swift
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.7	13.2
Games Played	11	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	85	211
Rushing Yards	471	1,087
Rush Yds/Game	42.8	67.9
Rushing TDs	1	9
Receptions	33	34
Receiving Yards	186	299
Targets	39	48
Total TDs	1	10
Age	30	27
Experience	8 yrs	5 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 10

Summary

13.2 PPG for D'Andre Swift versus 7.7 for Alvin Kamara in 2025. The baseline favors D'Andre Swift, 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 Alvin Kamara or D'Andre Swift in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, D'Andre Swift has the edge at 13.2 PPG compared to Alvin Kamara's 7.7 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 Alvin Kamara and D'Andre Swift average in 2025?▾

Alvin Kamara averaged 7.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 11 games in 2025. D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 5.5 points per game.

When are Alvin Kamara and D'Andre Swift's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Alvin Kamara (NO) has a bye in Week 8, and D'Andre Swift (CHI) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Alvin Kamara or D'Andre Swift a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift outscored Alvin Kamara by 5.5 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.