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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Cam Akers vs Trey BensonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Trey Benson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.2 PPG to Cam Akers's 6.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Trey Benson is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Trey Benson edges Cam Akers by 1.2 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Trey Benson goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBMinnesota Vikings#99

Cam Akers

PPG

6.0

Games

Rush Yds

318

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 6

RBArizona Cardinals#46PPG LEADER

Trey Benson

PPG

7.2

Games

Rush Yds

160

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Cam Akers

Trey Benson

Head to Head

6.0 PPG7.2 PPG

13 GP4 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Cam Akers: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Trey Benson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #46 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Cam Akers is producing at 27% of elite pace and Trey Benson at 33%. That ranking gap means Trey Benson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Cam Akers vs Trey Benson: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Cam Akers finished the 2025 season at 6.0 PPG over 13 games with the Minnesota Vikings, while Trey Benson clocked in at 7.2 across 4 appearances for the Arizona Cardinals. A 1.2-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Cam Akers ran for 318 yards and 2 touchdowns; Trey Benson posted 160 and undefined. 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: Cam Akers is off Week 6 and Trey Benson Week 14. 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: Cam Akers (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Trey Benson (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Trey Benson outscored Cam Akers by a projected 20 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Cam Akers played 13 games in 2025 compared to Trey Benson's 4. That durability gap means Cam Akers contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cam Akers vs Trey Benson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cam Akers	Trey Benson
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.0	7.2
Games Played	13	4
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	78	29
Rushing Yards	318	160
Rush Yds/Game	24.5	40.0
Rushing TDs	2	0
Receptions	14	13
Receiving Yards	98	64
Targets	0	16
Total TDs	2	0
Age	-	23
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 14

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Trey Benson holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 7.2 points per game. Cam Akers averaged 6.0 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 Cam Akers or Trey Benson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Trey Benson has the edge at 7.2 PPG compared to Cam Akers's 6.0 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 Cam Akers and Trey Benson average in 2025?▾

Cam Akers averaged 6.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Trey Benson averaged 7.2 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 1.2 points per game.

When are Cam Akers and Trey Benson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Cam Akers (MIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Trey Benson (ARI) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Cam Akers or Trey Benson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Trey Benson outscored Cam Akers by 1.2 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.