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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Audric Estimé vs Kareem HuntWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Audric Estimé is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.4 PPG to Kareem Hunt's 8.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Audric Estimé is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Audric Estimé and Kareem Hunt are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.4-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBNew Orleans Saints#35PPG LEADER

Audric Estimé

PPG

8.4

Games

Rush Yds

198

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

103

Bye

Week 8

RBKansas City Chiefs#39

Kareem Hunt

PPG

8.0

Games

Rush Yds

611

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

143

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

Audric Estimé

Kareem Hunt

Head to Head

8.4 PPG8.0 PPG

5 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

Audric Estimé: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #35 at the position). Kareem Hunt: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #39 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Audric Estimé is producing at 38% of elite pace and Kareem Hunt at 36%. That ranking gap means Audric Estimé carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Audric Estimé vs Kareem Hunt: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Audric Estimé finished the 2025 season at 8.4 PPG over 5 games with the New Orleans Saints, while Kareem Hunt clocked in at 8.0 across 17 appearances for the Kansas City Chiefs. A 0.4-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.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Audric Estimé ran for 198 yards and 1 touchdowns; Kareem Hunt posted 611 and 8. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

One scheduling note: Audric Estimé is off Week 8 and Kareem Hunt Week 5. 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: Audric Estimé (age 22) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Kareem Hunt (age 30, 8 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Audric Estimé outscored Kareem Hunt by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kareem Hunt played 17 games in 2025 compared to Audric Estimé's 5. That durability gap means Kareem Hunt contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Kareem Hunt scored 9 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Audric Estimé is 8 years younger than Kareem Hunt (22 vs 30), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Audric Estimé vs Kareem Hunt: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Audric Estimé	Kareem Hunt
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.4	8.0
Games Played	5	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	42	136
Rushing Yards	198	611
Rush Yds/Game	39.6	35.9
Rushing TDs	1	8
Receptions	12	18
Receiving Yards	103	143
Targets	13	25
Total TDs	1	9
Age	22	30
Experience	1 yrs	8 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 5

Summary

8.4 PPG for Audric Estimé versus 8.0 for Kareem Hunt in 2025. The baseline favors Audric Estimé, 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 Kareem Hunt in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Audric Estimé has the edge at 8.4 PPG compared to Kareem Hunt's 8.0 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 Kareem Hunt average in 2025?▾

Audric Estimé averaged 8.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2025. Kareem Hunt averaged 8.0 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

When are Audric Estimé and Kareem Hunt's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Audric Estimé (NO) has a bye in Week 8, and Kareem Hunt (KC) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Audric Estimé or Kareem Hunt a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Audric Estimé outscored Kareem Hunt 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.