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Blake Corum vs D'Andre SwiftWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.2 PPG to Blake Corum's 7.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. D'Andre Swift outscored Blake Corum by 6.2 PPG in 2025 with 10 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, D'Andre Swift is the clear pick. Blake Corum profiles as a matchup-dependent running back who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

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

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RBLos Angeles Rams#47
Blake Corum
PPG
7.0
Games
17
Rush Yds
746
Rush TDs
6
Rec
8
Rec Yds
36
Bye
Week 11
RBChicago Bears#16PPG LEADER
D'Andre Swift
PPG
13.2
Games
16
Rush Yds
1,087
Rush TDs
9
Rec
34
Rec Yds
299
Bye
Week 10

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Blake Corum
D'Andre Swift

Head to Head

7.0 PPG13.2 PPG
17 GP16 GP
Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Blake Corum: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #47 at the position). D'Andre Swift: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #16 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Blake Corum is producing at 32% of elite pace and D'Andre Swift at 60%. That ranking gap means D'Andre Swift carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Blake Corum vs D'Andre Swift: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. D'Andre Swift (Chicago Bears) averaged 13.2 PPG over 16 games in 2025, outscoring Blake Corum (Los Angeles Rams, 7.0 PPG) by 6.2 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

That 6.2-point weekly advantage for D'Andre Swift 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. Blake Corum ran for 746 yards and 6 touchdowns; D'Andre Swift posted 1087 and 9. 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: Blake Corum 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

D'Andre Swift is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Blake Corum is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Blake Corum (age 25) 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?

  • D'Andre Swift outscored Blake Corum by a projected 105 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Blake Corum played 17 games in 2025 compared to D'Andre Swift's 16. That durability gap means Blake Corum contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • D'Andre Swift scored 10 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
  • D'Andre Swift caught 34 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Blake Corum vs D'Andre Swift: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatBlake CorumD'Andre Swift
PPG (Half-PPR)7.013.2
Games Played1716
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)119211
Rushing Yards7461,087
Rush Yds/Game43.967.9
Rushing TDs69
Receptions834
Receiving Yards36299
Targets1448
Total TDs610
Age2527
Experience1 yrs5 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 11Week 10

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor D'Andre Swift at 13.2 PPG, 6.2 points per game above Blake Corum's 7.0. 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 Blake Corum or D'Andre Swift in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, D'Andre Swift has the edge at 13.2 PPG compared to Blake Corum's 7.0 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 Blake Corum and D'Andre Swift average in 2025?

Blake Corum averaged 7.0 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 6.2 points per game.

When are Blake Corum and D'Andre Swift's bye weeks in 2026?

Blake Corum (LAR) 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 Blake Corum or D'Andre Swift a better fantasy running back in 2026?

D'Andre Swift outscored Blake Corum by 6.2 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.

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