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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Alvin Kamara vs Omarion HamptonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.3 PPG to Alvin Kamara's 7.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Omarion Hampton outscored Alvin Kamara by 5.6 PPG in 2025 with 5 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Omarion Hampton 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

RBLos Angeles Chargers#15PPG LEADER

Omarion Hampton

PPG

13.3

Games

Rush Yds

545

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

192

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Alvin Kamara

Omarion Hampton

Head to Head

7.7 PPG13.3 PPG

11 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Alvin Kamara: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #41 at the position). Omarion Hampton: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #15 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Alvin Kamara is producing at 35% of elite pace and Omarion Hampton at 60%. That ranking gap means Omarion Hampton carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Alvin Kamara vs Omarion Hampton: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Alvin Kamara and Omarion Hampton for your lineup, you are not alone. Alvin Kamara finished the 2025 season at 7.7 PPG for the New Orleans Saints (11 games), and Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 for the Los Angeles Chargers (9 games).

That 5.6-point weekly advantage for Omarion Hampton 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. Alvin Kamara ran for 471 yards and 1 touchdowns; Omarion Hampton posted 545 and 4. 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: Alvin Kamara is off Week 8 and Omarion Hampton Week 7. 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

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

Did You Know?

•Omarion Hampton outscored Alvin Kamara by a projected 95 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Alvin Kamara played 11 games in 2025 compared to Omarion Hampton's 9. That durability gap means Alvin Kamara contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Omarion Hampton scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 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.
•Omarion Hampton is 7 years younger than Alvin Kamara (23 vs 30), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Alvin Kamara vs Omarion Hampton: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Alvin Kamara	Omarion Hampton
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.7	13.3
Games Played	11	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	85	120
Rushing Yards	471	545
Rush Yds/Game	42.8	60.6
Rushing TDs	1	4
Receptions	33	32
Receiving Yards	186	192
Targets	39	35
Total TDs	1	5
Age	30	23
Experience	8 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 7

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Omarion Hampton at 13.3 PPG, 5.6 points per game above Alvin Kamara's 7.7. 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 Alvin Kamara or Omarion Hampton in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Omarion Hampton has the edge at 13.3 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 Omarion Hampton average in 2025?▾

Alvin Kamara averaged 7.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 11 games in 2025. Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 5.6 points per game.

When are Alvin Kamara and Omarion Hampton's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Alvin Kamara (NO) has a bye in Week 8, and Omarion Hampton (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Alvin Kamara or Omarion Hampton a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Omarion Hampton outscored Alvin Kamara by 5.6 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.