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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Alvin Kamara vs Ty ChandlerWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Alvin Kamara is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.7 PPG to Ty Chandler's 5.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Alvin Kamara is the better fantasy play this season.

Alvin Kamara is the better play on a neutral week. 7.7 PPG with 657 yards gives a reliable baseline. Ty Chandler at 5.9 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Alvin Kamara higher, but do not fade Ty Chandler entirely.

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#99

Ty Chandler

PPG

5.9

Games

Rush Yds

265

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

135

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Alvin Kamara

Ty Chandler

Head to Head

7.7 PPG5.9 PPG

11 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Alvin Kamara: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #41 at the position). Ty Chandler: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Alvin Kamara is producing at 35% of elite pace and Ty Chandler at 27%. That ranking gap means Alvin Kamara carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Alvin Kamara vs Ty Chandler: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Alvin Kamara and Ty Chandler 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 Ty Chandler averaged 5.9 for the Minnesota Vikings (14 games).

That 1.8-point weekly advantage for Alvin Kamara 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; Ty Chandler posted 265 and 2. 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 Ty Chandler is off Week 6. 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. Ty Chandler (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Alvin Kamara outscored Ty Chandler by a projected 31 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ty Chandler played 14 games in 2025 compared to Alvin Kamara's 11. That durability gap means Ty Chandler contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Ty Chandler scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 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 Ty Chandler: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Alvin Kamara	Ty Chandler
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.7	5.9
Games Played	11	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	85	83
Rushing Yards	471	265
Rush Yds/Game	42.8	18.9
Rushing TDs	1	2
Receptions	33	18
Receiving Yards	186	135
Targets	39	0
Total TDs	1	3
Age	30	-
Experience	8 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Alvin Kamara at 7.7 PPG, 1.8 points per game above Ty Chandler's 5.9. 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 Ty Chandler in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Alvin Kamara has the edge at 7.7 PPG compared to Ty Chandler's 5.9 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 Ty Chandler average in 2025?▾

Alvin Kamara averaged 7.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 11 games in 2025. Ty Chandler averaged 5.9 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 1.8 points per game.

When are Alvin Kamara and Ty Chandler's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Alvin Kamara or Ty Chandler a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Alvin Kamara outscored Ty Chandler by 1.8 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.