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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Alvin Kamara vs Jordan MasonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Alvin Kamara is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.7 PPG to Jordan Mason's 7.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Alvin Kamara is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Alvin Kamara and Jordan Mason are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.1-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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RBNew Orleans Saints#41PPG LEADER

Alvin Kamara

PPG

7.7

Games

Rush Yds

471

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

186

Bye

Week 8

RBMinnesota Vikings#42

Jordan Mason

PPG

7.6

Games

Rush Yds

758

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Alvin Kamara

Jordan Mason

Head to Head

7.7 PPG7.6 PPG

11 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Alvin Kamara: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #41 at the position). Jordan Mason: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #42 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Alvin Kamara is producing at 35% of elite pace and Jordan Mason at 35%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Alvin Kamara vs Jordan Mason: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Alvin Kamara and Jordan Mason is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.1 PPG in 2025, this is one of those running back decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Alvin Kamara averaged 7.7 PPG with the New Orleans Saints across 11 games, and Jordan Mason posted 7.6 with the Minnesota Vikings in 16.

When two running backs are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Alvin Kamara ran for 471 yards and 1 touchdowns; Jordan Mason posted 758 and 6. 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 Jordan Mason rests in Week 6. 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

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: Alvin Kamara (age 30, 8 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. Jordan Mason (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Alvin Kamara outscored Jordan Mason by a projected 2 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jordan Mason played 16 games in 2025 compared to Alvin Kamara's 11. That durability gap means Jordan Mason contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jordan Mason scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Alvin Kamara caught 33 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 Jordan Mason: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Alvin Kamara	Jordan Mason
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.7	7.6
Games Played	11	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	85	122
Rushing Yards	471	758
Rush Yds/Game	42.8	47.4
Rushing TDs	1	6
Receptions	33	14
Receiving Yards	186	51
Targets	39	16
Total TDs	1	6
Age	30	27
Experience	8 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 6

Summary

7.7 PPG for Alvin Kamara versus 7.6 for Jordan Mason in 2025. The baseline favors Alvin Kamara, 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 Jordan Mason in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Alvin Kamara has the edge at 7.7 PPG compared to Jordan Mason's 7.6 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 Jordan Mason average in 2025?▾

Alvin Kamara averaged 7.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 11 games in 2025. Jordan Mason averaged 7.6 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 0.1 points per game.

When are Alvin Kamara and Jordan Mason's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Alvin Kamara (NO) has a bye in Week 8, and Jordan Mason (MIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Alvin Kamara or Jordan Mason a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Alvin Kamara outscored Jordan Mason by 0.1 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.