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Ashton Jeanty vs Omarion HamptonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.3 PPG to Ashton Jeanty's 12.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Omarion Hampton edges Ashton Jeanty by 0.5 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, Omarion Hampton 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
17
Rush Yds
975
Rush TDs
5
Rec
55
Rec Yds
346
Bye
Week 13
RBLos Angeles Chargers#15PPG LEADER
Omarion Hampton
PPG
13.3
Games
9
Rush Yds
545
Rush TDs
4
Rec
32
Rec Yds
192
Bye
Week 7

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Ashton Jeanty
Omarion Hampton

Head to Head

12.8 PPG13.3 PPG
17 GP9 GP
Bye: Week 13Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Ashton Jeanty: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #17 at the position). Omarion Hampton: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #15 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Ashton Jeanty is producing at 58% of elite pace and Omarion Hampton at 60%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Ashton Jeanty vs Omarion Hampton: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Ashton Jeanty finished the 2025 season at 12.8 PPG over 17 games with the Las Vegas Raiders, while Omarion Hampton clocked in at 13.3 across 9 appearances for the Los Angeles Chargers. A 0.5-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Ashton Jeanty is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 55 targets into 346 yards, while Omarion Hampton profiles as a more traditional rusher with 545 rushing yards and 4 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Ashton Jeanty carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Ashton Jeanty is off Week 13 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

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

Did You Know?

  • Omarion Hampton outscored Ashton Jeanty by a projected 9 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Ashton Jeanty played 17 games in 2025 compared to Omarion Hampton's 9. 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Ashton Jeanty vs Omarion Hampton: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatAshton JeantyOmarion Hampton
PPG (Half-PPR)12.813.3
Games Played179
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)218120
Rushing Yards975545
Rush Yds/Game57.460.6
Rushing TDs54
Receptions5532
Receiving Yards346192
Targets7335
Total TDs105
Age2223
Bye WeekWeek 13Week 7

Summary

Omarion Hampton outscored Ashton Jeanty by 0.5 PPG in 2025 (13.3 to 12.8). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Ashton Jeanty or Omarion Hampton in fantasy football?

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

Ashton Jeanty averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 0.5 points per game.

When are Ashton Jeanty and Omarion Hampton's bye weeks in 2026?

Ashton Jeanty (LV) has a bye in Week 13, and Omarion Hampton (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Ashton Jeanty or Omarion Hampton a better fantasy running back in 2026?

Omarion Hampton outscored Ashton Jeanty by 0.5 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.

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