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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

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

Alvin Kamara is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.7 PPG to Ty Johnson's 5.2 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 Johnson at 5.2 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 Johnson entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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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

RBBuffalo Bills#99

Ty Johnson

PPG

5.2

Games

Rush Yds

200

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

263

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Alvin Kamara

Ty Johnson

Head to Head

7.7 PPG5.2 PPG

11 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Alvin Kamara: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #41 at the position). Ty Johnson: 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 Johnson at 24%. That ranking gap means Alvin Kamara carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Alvin Kamara vs Ty Johnson: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Alvin Kamara and Ty Johnson 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 Johnson averaged 5.2 for the Buffalo Bills (17 games).

That 2.5-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 Johnson posted 200 and 3. 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 Johnson is off Week 12. 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 Johnson (age 28, 7 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Alvin Kamara outscored Ty Johnson by a projected 43 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ty Johnson played 17 games in 2025 compared to Alvin Kamara's 11. That durability gap means Ty Johnson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Ty Johnson 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Alvin Kamara vs Ty Johnson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Alvin Kamara	Ty Johnson
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.7	5.2
Games Played	11	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	85	88
Rushing Yards	471	200
Rush Yds/Game	42.8	11.8
Rushing TDs	1	3
Receptions	33	24
Receiving Yards	186	263
Targets	39	33
Total TDs	1	5
Age	30	28
Experience	8 yrs	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 12

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Alvin Kamara at 7.7 PPG, 2.5 points per game above Ty Johnson's 5.2. 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 Johnson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Alvin Kamara has the edge at 7.7 PPG compared to Ty Johnson's 5.2 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 Johnson average in 2025?▾

Alvin Kamara averaged 7.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 11 games in 2025. Ty Johnson averaged 5.2 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 2.5 points per game.

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

Alvin Kamara (NO) has a bye in Week 8, and Ty Johnson (BUF) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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

Alvin Kamara outscored Ty Johnson by 2.5 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.