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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Audric Estimé 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 Audric Estimé's 8.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

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

D'Andre Swift is the better play on a neutral week. 13.2 PPG with 1,386 yards gives a reliable baseline. Audric Estimé at 8.4 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft D'Andre Swift higher, but do not fade Audric Estimé entirely.

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

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RBNew Orleans Saints#35

Audric Estimé

PPG

8.4

Games

Rush Yds

198

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

103

Bye

Week 8

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

Audric Estimé

D'Andre Swift

Head to Head

8.4 PPG13.2 PPG

5 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Audric Estimé: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #35 at the position). D'Andre Swift: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #16 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Audric Estimé is producing at 38% of elite pace and D'Andre Swift at 60%. That ranking gap means D'Andre Swift carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Audric Estimé vs D'Andre Swift: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Audric Estimé and D'Andre Swift is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The New Orleans Saints running back put up 8.4 PPG in 2025 over 5 games; D'Andre Swift of the Chicago Bears averaged 13.2 in 16. A 4.8-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 4.8 points favors D'Andre Swift, 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. Audric Estimé ran for 198 yards and 1 touchdowns; D'Andre Swift posted 1087 and 9. 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: Audric Estimé sits Week 8 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

D'Andre Swift is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Audric Estimé is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Audric Estimé (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 Audric Estimé by a projected 82 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•D'Andre Swift played 16 games in 2025 compared to Audric Estimé's 5. That durability gap means D'Andre Swift contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•D'Andre Swift scored 10 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•D'Andre Swift caught 34 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Audric Estimé is 5 years younger than D'Andre Swift (22 vs 27), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Audric Estimé vs D'Andre Swift: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Audric Estimé	D'Andre Swift
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.4	13.2
Games Played	5	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	42	211
Rushing Yards	198	1,087
Rush Yds/Game	39.6	67.9
Rushing TDs	1	9
Receptions	12	34
Receiving Yards	103	299
Targets	13	48
Total TDs	1	10
Age	22	27
Experience	1 yrs	5 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 10

Summary

13.2 PPG for D'Andre Swift versus 8.4 for Audric Estimé in 2025. The baseline favors D'Andre Swift, 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 Audric Estimé or D'Andre Swift in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, D'Andre Swift has the edge at 13.2 PPG compared to Audric Estimé's 8.4 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 Audric Estimé and D'Andre Swift average in 2025?▾

Audric Estimé averaged 8.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2025. D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 4.8 points per game.

When are Audric Estimé and D'Andre Swift's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Audric Estimé (NO) has a bye in Week 8, and D'Andre Swift (CHI) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Audric Estimé or D'Andre Swift a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift outscored Audric Estimé by 4.8 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.