Audric Estime vs Omarion Hampton: Who Should You Start?
There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Omarion Hampton (Los Angeles Chargers) averaged 13.3 PPG over 9 games in 2025, outscoring Audric Estime (New Orleans Saints, 6.0 PPG) by 7.3 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.
The per-game difference of 7.3 points favors Omarion Hampton, 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 Estime ran for 198 yards and 1 touchdowns; Omarion Hampton posted 545 and 4. 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 Estime is off Week 12 and Omarion Hampton 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.
