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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Bucky Irving vs Omarion HamptonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.3 PPG to Bucky Irving's 12.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Omarion Hampton and Bucky Irving are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.0-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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RBTampa Bay Buccaneers#19

Bucky Irving

PPG

12.3

Games

Rush Yds

588

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

277

Bye

Week 10

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

Bucky Irving

Omarion Hampton

Head to Head

12.3 PPG13.3 PPG

10 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Bucky Irving: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #19 at the position). Omarion Hampton: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #15 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Bucky Irving is producing at 56% 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.

Bucky Irving vs Omarion Hampton: The Full Breakdown

Bucky Irving (12.3 PPG) and Omarion Hampton (13.3 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. Bucky Irving played 10 games for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers; Omarion Hampton suited up 9 times for the Los Angeles Chargers.

A 1.0-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. Bucky Irving ran for 588 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: Bucky Irving sits Week 10 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

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: Bucky Irving (age 23) 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 Bucky Irving by a projected 17 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Bucky Irving played 10 games in 2025 compared to Omarion Hampton's 9. That durability gap means Bucky Irving 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

Bucky Irving vs Omarion Hampton: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Bucky Irving	Omarion Hampton
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.3	13.3
Games Played	10	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	123	120
Rushing Yards	588	545
Rush Yds/Game	58.8	60.6
Rushing TDs	1	4
Receptions	30	32
Receiving Yards	277	192
Targets	35	35
Total TDs	4	5
Age	23	23
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 7

Summary

13.3 PPG for Omarion Hampton versus 12.3 for Bucky Irving in 2025. The baseline favors Omarion Hampton, 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 Bucky Irving or Omarion Hampton in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Omarion Hampton has the edge at 13.3 PPG compared to Bucky Irving's 12.3 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 Bucky Irving and Omarion Hampton average in 2025?▾

Bucky Irving averaged 12.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 10 games in 2025. Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 1.0 points per game.

When are Bucky Irving and Omarion Hampton's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Bucky Irving (TB) has a bye in Week 10, and Omarion Hampton (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Bucky Irving or Omarion Hampton a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Omarion Hampton outscored Bucky Irving by 1.0 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.