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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Bhayshul Tuten vs Dylan SampsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Bhayshul Tuten is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 5.6 PPG to Dylan Sampson's 4.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Bhayshul Tuten is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Bhayshul Tuten and Dylan Sampson are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.9-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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RBJacksonville Jaguars#58PPG LEADER

Bhayshul Tuten

PPG

5.6

Games

Rush Yds

307

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 7

RBCleveland Browns#99

Dylan Sampson

PPG

4.7

Games

Rush Yds

175

Rec

Rec Yds

271

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Bhayshul Tuten

Dylan Sampson

Head to Head

5.6 PPG4.7 PPG

15 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Bhayshul Tuten: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #58 at the position). Dylan Sampson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Bhayshul Tuten is producing at 25% of elite pace and Dylan Sampson at 21%. That ranking gap means Bhayshul Tuten carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Bhayshul Tuten vs Dylan Sampson: The Full Breakdown

Bhayshul Tuten (5.6 PPG) and Dylan Sampson (4.7 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two running backs are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Bhayshul Tuten played 15 games for the Jacksonville Jaguars; Dylan Sampson suited up 15 times for the Cleveland Browns.

A 0.9-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Bhayshul Tuten ran for 307 yards and 5 touchdowns; Dylan Sampson posted 175 and undefined. 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: Bhayshul Tuten sits Week 7 while Dylan Sampson 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

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: Bhayshul Tuten (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Dylan Sampson (age 21) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Bhayshul Tuten outscored Dylan Sampson by a projected 15 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Bhayshul Tuten scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Dylan Sampson caught 33 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Bhayshul Tuten vs Dylan Sampson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Bhayshul Tuten	Dylan Sampson
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.6	4.7
Games Played	15	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	84	71
Rushing Yards	307	175
Rush Yds/Game	20.5	11.7
Rushing TDs	5	0
Receptions	10	33
Receiving Yards	79	271
Targets	14	40
Total TDs	7	2
Age	24	21
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 10

Summary

5.6 PPG for Bhayshul Tuten versus 4.7 for Dylan Sampson in 2025. The baseline favors Bhayshul Tuten, 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 Bhayshul Tuten or Dylan Sampson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Bhayshul Tuten has the edge at 5.6 PPG compared to Dylan Sampson's 4.7 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 Bhayshul Tuten and Dylan Sampson average in 2025?▾

Bhayshul Tuten averaged 5.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Dylan Sampson averaged 4.7 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.9 points per game.

When are Bhayshul Tuten and Dylan Sampson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Bhayshul Tuten (JAX) has a bye in Week 7, and Dylan Sampson (CLE) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Bhayshul Tuten or Dylan Sampson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Bhayshul Tuten outscored Dylan Sampson by 0.9 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.