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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Bijan Robinson vs D'Andre SwiftWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Bijan Robinson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 19.5 PPG to D'Andre Swift's 13.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Bijan Robinson is the better fantasy play this season.

Bijan Robinson is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 19.5 PPG and 2,298 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. D'Andre Swift (13.2 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Bijan Robinson as the starter and D'Andre Swift as depth.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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RBAtlanta Falcons#3PPG LEADER

Bijan Robinson

PPG

19.5

Games

Rush Yds

1,478

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

820

Bye

Week 11

RBChicago Bears#16

D'Andre Swift

PPG

13.2

Games

Rush Yds

1,087

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

299

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Bijan Robinson

D'Andre Swift

Head to Head

19.5 PPG13.2 PPG

17 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Bijan Robinson: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #3 at the position). D'Andre Swift: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #16 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Bijan Robinson is producing at 89% of elite pace and D'Andre Swift at 60%. That ranking gap means Bijan Robinson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Bijan Robinson vs D'Andre Swift: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Bijan Robinson (Atlanta Falcons) averaged 19.5 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring D'Andre Swift (Chicago Bears, 13.2 PPG) by 6.3 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

Bijan Robinson carries a 6.3-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

Bijan Robinson is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 79 targets into 820 yards, while D'Andre Swift profiles as a more traditional rusher with 1087 rushing yards and 9 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Bijan Robinson carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Bijan Robinson is off Week 11 and D'Andre Swift Week 10. 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

If you can acquire Bijan Robinson at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. D'Andre Swift is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Bijan Robinson (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. D'Andre Swift (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Bijan Robinson outscored D'Andre Swift by a projected 107 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Bijan Robinson played 17 games in 2025 compared to D'Andre Swift's 16. That durability gap means Bijan Robinson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Bijan Robinson scored 11 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Bijan Robinson caught 79 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Bijan Robinson vs D'Andre Swift: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Bijan Robinson	D'Andre Swift
PPG (Half-PPR)	19.5	13.2
Games Played	17	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	332	211
Rushing Yards	1,478	1,087
Rush Yds/Game	86.9	67.9
Rushing TDs	7	9
Receptions	79	34
Receiving Yards	820	299
Targets	103	48
Total TDs	11	10
Age	24	27
Experience	2 yrs	5 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Bijan Robinson holds the PPG edge with strong output at 19.5 points per game. D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Bijan Robinson or D'Andre Swift in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Bijan Robinson has the edge at 19.5 PPG compared to D'Andre Swift's 13.2 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 Bijan Robinson and D'Andre Swift average in 2025?▾

Bijan Robinson averaged 19.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 6.3 points per game.

When are Bijan Robinson and D'Andre Swift's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Bijan Robinson (ATL) has a bye in Week 11, and D'Andre Swift (CHI) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Bijan Robinson or D'Andre Swift a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Bijan Robinson outscored D'Andre Swift by 6.3 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.