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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Alvin Kamara vs Kyle MonangaiWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Kyle Monangai is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.1 PPG to Alvin Kamara's 7.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Kyle Monangai is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Kyle Monangai edges Alvin Kamara by 0.4 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Kyle Monangai goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

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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#38PPG LEADER

Kyle Monangai

PPG

8.1

Games

Rush Yds

783

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

164

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Alvin Kamara

Kyle Monangai

Head to Head

7.7 PPG8.1 PPG

11 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Alvin Kamara: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #41 at the position). Kyle Monangai: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #38 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Alvin Kamara is producing at 35% of elite pace and Kyle Monangai at 37%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Alvin Kamara vs Kyle Monangai: The Full Breakdown

Alvin Kamara (7.7 PPG) and Kyle Monangai (8.1 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two running backs are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Alvin Kamara played 11 games for the New Orleans Saints; Kyle Monangai suited up 17 times for the Chicago Bears.

A 0.4-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Alvin Kamara ran for 471 yards and 1 touchdowns; Kyle Monangai posted 783 and 5. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Alvin Kamara sits Week 8 while Kyle Monangai is off Week 10. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

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. Kyle Monangai (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Kyle Monangai outscored Alvin Kamara by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyle Monangai played 17 games in 2025 compared to Alvin Kamara's 11. That durability gap means Kyle Monangai contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Kyle Monangai scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 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.
•Kyle Monangai is 7 years younger than Alvin Kamara (23 vs 30), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Alvin Kamara vs Kyle Monangai: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Alvin Kamara	Kyle Monangai
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.7	8.1
Games Played	11	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	85	138
Rushing Yards	471	783
Rush Yds/Game	42.8	46.1
Rushing TDs	1	5
Receptions	33	18
Receiving Yards	186	164
Targets	39	30
Total TDs	1	5
Age	30	23
Experience	8 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Kyle Monangai holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 8.1 points per game. Alvin Kamara averaged 7.7 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 Alvin Kamara or Kyle Monangai in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kyle Monangai has the edge at 8.1 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 Kyle Monangai average in 2025?▾

Alvin Kamara averaged 7.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 11 games in 2025. Kyle Monangai averaged 8.1 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

When are Alvin Kamara and Kyle Monangai's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Alvin Kamara or Kyle Monangai a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Kyle Monangai outscored Alvin Kamara by 0.4 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.