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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Audric Estimé vs Samaje PerineWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Audric Estimé is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.4 PPG to Samaje Perine's 6.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Audric Estimé is the better fantasy play this season.

Audric Estimé is the better play on a neutral week. 8.4 PPG with 301 yards gives a reliable baseline. Samaje Perine at 6.5 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Audric Estimé higher, but do not fade Samaje Perine entirely.

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#99

Samaje Perine

PPG

6.5

Games

Rush Yds

285

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

182

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Audric Estimé

Samaje Perine

Head to Head

8.4 PPG6.5 PPG

5 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Audric Estimé: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #35 at the position). Samaje Perine: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Audric Estimé is producing at 38% of elite pace and Samaje Perine at 30%. That ranking gap means Audric Estimé carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Audric Estimé vs Samaje Perine: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Audric Estimé and Samaje Perine is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The New Orleans Saints running back put up 8.4 PPG in 2025 over 5 games; Samaje Perine of the Kansas City Chiefs averaged 6.5 in 15. A 1.9-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 1.9 points favors Audric Estimé, 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; Samaje Perine posted 285 and 2. 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 Samaje Perine Week 6. 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. Samaje Perine (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Audric Estimé outscored Samaje Perine by a projected 32 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Samaje Perine played 15 games in 2025 compared to Audric Estimé's 5. That durability gap means Samaje Perine contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Samaje Perine scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Audric Estimé vs Samaje Perine: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Audric Estimé	Samaje Perine
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.4	6.5
Games Played	5	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	42	98
Rushing Yards	198	285
Rush Yds/Game	39.6	19.0
Rushing TDs	1	2
Receptions	12	24
Receiving Yards	103	182
Targets	13	0
Total TDs	1	3
Age	22	-
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 6

Summary

8.4 PPG for Audric Estimé versus 6.5 for Samaje Perine 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 Samaje Perine in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Audric Estimé has the edge at 8.4 PPG compared to Samaje Perine's 6.5 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 Samaje Perine average in 2025?▾

Audric Estimé averaged 8.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2025. Samaje Perine averaged 6.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.9 points per game.

When are Audric Estimé and Samaje Perine's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Audric Estimé (NO) has a bye in Week 8, and Samaje Perine (KC) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Audric Estimé or Samaje Perine a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Audric Estimé outscored Samaje Perine by 1.9 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.