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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Audric Estimé vs Omarion HamptonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.3 PPG to Audric Estimé's 8.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy play this season.

Omarion Hampton is the better play on a neutral week. 13.3 PPG with 737 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 Omarion Hampton 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

RBLos Angeles Chargers#15PPG LEADER

Omarion Hampton

PPG

13.3

Games

Rush Yds

545

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

192

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Audric Estimé

Omarion Hampton

Head to Head

8.4 PPG13.3 PPG

5 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Audric Estimé: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #35 at the position). Omarion Hampton: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #15 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Audric Estimé is producing at 38% of elite pace and Omarion Hampton at 60%. That ranking gap means Omarion Hampton carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Audric Estimé vs Omarion Hampton: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Audric Estimé and Omarion Hampton for your lineup, you are not alone. Audric Estimé finished the 2025 season at 8.4 PPG for the New Orleans Saints (5 games), and Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 for the Los Angeles Chargers (9 games).

That 4.9-point weekly advantage for Omarion Hampton is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Audric Estimé 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.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Audric Estimé sits Week 8 while Omarion Hampton is off Week 7. 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

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

Did You Know?

•Omarion Hampton outscored Audric Estimé by a projected 83 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Omarion Hampton played 9 games in 2025 compared to Audric Estimé's 5. That durability gap means Omarion Hampton contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Omarion Hampton scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Omarion Hampton caught 32 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Audric Estimé vs Omarion Hampton: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Audric Estimé	Omarion Hampton
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.4	13.3
Games Played	5	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	42	120
Rushing Yards	198	545
Rush Yds/Game	39.6	60.6
Rushing TDs	1	4
Receptions	12	32
Receiving Yards	103	192
Targets	13	35
Total TDs	1	5
Age	22	23
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 7

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Omarion Hampton at 13.3 PPG, 4.9 points per game above Audric Estimé's 8.4. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Audric Estimé or Omarion Hampton in fantasy football?▾

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

Audric Estimé averaged 8.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2025. Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 4.9 points per game.

When are Audric Estimé and Omarion Hampton's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Audric Estimé (NO) has a bye in Week 8, and Omarion Hampton (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Audric Estimé or Omarion Hampton a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Omarion Hampton outscored Audric Estimé by 4.9 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.