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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Antonio Gibson vs Kyren WilliamsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Kyren Williams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.4 PPG to Antonio Gibson's 7.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Kyren Williams is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Kyren Williams outscored Antonio Gibson by 6.5 PPG in 2025 with 13 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Kyren Williams is the clear pick. Antonio Gibson 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 England Patriots#99

Antonio Gibson

PPG

7.9

Games

Rush Yds

548

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

195

Bye

Week 14

RBLos Angeles Rams#11PPG LEADER

Kyren Williams

PPG

14.4

Games

Rush Yds

1,252

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

281

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Antonio Gibson

Kyren Williams

Head to Head

7.9 PPG14.4 PPG

15 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Antonio Gibson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Kyren Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #11 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Antonio Gibson is producing at 36% of elite pace and Kyren Williams at 65%. That ranking gap means Kyren Williams carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Antonio Gibson vs Kyren Williams: The Full Breakdown

The numbers tell a clear story here. Kyren Williams put up 14.4 fantasy points per game for the Los Angeles Rams in 2025, while Antonio Gibson managed 7.9 across 15 games with the New England Patriots. A 6.5-point weekly edge is substantial at the running back position.

The per-game difference of 6.5 points favors Kyren Williams, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Antonio Gibson ran for 548 yards and 3 touchdowns; Kyren Williams posted 1252 and 10. 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: Antonio Gibson sits Week 14 while Kyren Williams is off Week 11. 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

Kyren Williams is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Antonio Gibson is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Antonio Gibson (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Kyren Williams (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Kyren Williams outscored Antonio Gibson by a projected 111 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyren Williams played 17 games in 2025 compared to Antonio Gibson's 15. That durability gap means Kyren Williams contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Kyren Williams scored 13 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Kyren Williams caught 36 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Antonio Gibson vs Kyren Williams: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Antonio Gibson	Kyren Williams
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.9	14.4
Games Played	15	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	119	245
Rushing Yards	548	1,252
Rush Yds/Game	36.5	73.6
Rushing TDs	3	10
Receptions	24	36
Receiving Yards	195	281
Targets	0	50
Total TDs	4	13
Age	-	25
Experience	-	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 11

Summary

14.4 PPG for Kyren Williams versus 7.9 for Antonio Gibson in 2025. The baseline favors Kyren Williams, 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 Antonio Gibson or Kyren Williams in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kyren Williams has the edge at 14.4 PPG compared to Antonio Gibson's 7.9 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 Antonio Gibson and Kyren Williams average in 2025?▾

Antonio Gibson averaged 7.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 6.5 points per game.

When are Antonio Gibson and Kyren Williams's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Antonio Gibson (NE) has a bye in Week 14, and Kyren Williams (LAR) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Antonio Gibson or Kyren Williams a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Kyren Williams outscored Antonio Gibson by 6.5 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.