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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Ashton Jeanty vs D'Andre SwiftWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.2 PPG to Ashton Jeanty's 12.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. D'Andre Swift edges Ashton Jeanty 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, D'Andre Swift 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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RBLas Vegas Raiders#17

Ashton Jeanty

PPG

12.8

Games

Rush Yds

975

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

346

Bye

Week 13

RBChicago Bears#16PPG LEADER

D'Andre Swift

PPG

13.2

Games

Rush Yds

1,087

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

299

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Ashton Jeanty

D'Andre Swift

Head to Head

12.8 PPG13.2 PPG

17 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Ashton Jeanty: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #17 at the position). D'Andre Swift: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #16 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Ashton Jeanty is producing at 58% of elite pace and D'Andre Swift at 60%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Ashton Jeanty vs D'Andre Swift: The Full Breakdown

Ashton Jeanty (12.8 PPG) and D'Andre Swift (13.2 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. Ashton Jeanty played 17 games for the Las Vegas Raiders; D'Andre Swift suited up 16 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.

Ashton Jeanty is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 55 targets into 346 yards, while D'Andre Swift profiles as a more traditional rusher with 1087 rushing yards and 9 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Ashton Jeanty carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Ashton Jeanty sits Week 13 while D'Andre Swift 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: Ashton Jeanty (age 22) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. D'Andre Swift (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•D'Andre Swift outscored Ashton Jeanty by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ashton Jeanty played 17 games in 2025 compared to D'Andre Swift's 16. That durability gap means Ashton Jeanty contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Ashton Jeanty scored 10 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Ashton Jeanty caught 55 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Ashton Jeanty is 5 years younger than D'Andre Swift (22 vs 27), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Ashton Jeanty vs D'Andre Swift: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Ashton Jeanty	D'Andre Swift
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.8	13.2
Games Played	17	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	218	211
Rushing Yards	975	1,087
Rush Yds/Game	57.4	67.9
Rushing TDs	5	9
Receptions	55	34
Receiving Yards	346	299
Targets	73	48
Total TDs	10	10
Age	22	27
Experience	-	5 yrs
Bye Week	Week 13	Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, D'Andre Swift holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 13.2 points per game. Ashton Jeanty averaged 12.8 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 Ashton Jeanty or D'Andre Swift in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, D'Andre Swift has the edge at 13.2 PPG compared to Ashton Jeanty's 12.8 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 Ashton Jeanty and D'Andre Swift average in 2025?▾

Ashton Jeanty averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

When are Ashton Jeanty and D'Andre Swift's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Ashton Jeanty (LV) has a bye in Week 13, and D'Andre Swift (CHI) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Ashton Jeanty or D'Andre Swift a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift outscored Ashton Jeanty 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.