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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Cam Skattebo vs Kimani VidalWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Cam Skattebo is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.5 PPG to Kimani Vidal's 9.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Cam Skattebo is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Cam Skattebo outscored Kimani Vidal by 5.3 PPG in 2025 with 7 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Cam Skattebo is the clear pick. Kimani Vidal 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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RBNew York Giants#10PPG LEADER

Cam Skattebo

PPG

14.5

Games

Rush Yds

410

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

207

Bye

Week 8

RBLos Angeles Chargers#32

Kimani Vidal

PPG

9.2

Games

Rush Yds

643

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

136

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Cam Skattebo

Kimani Vidal

Head to Head

14.5 PPG9.2 PPG

8 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Cam Skattebo: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #10 at the position). Kimani Vidal: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #32 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Cam Skattebo is producing at 66% of elite pace and Kimani Vidal at 42%. That ranking gap means Cam Skattebo carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Cam Skattebo vs Kimani Vidal: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Cam Skattebo and Kimani Vidal is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The New York Giants running back put up 14.5 PPG in 2025 over 8 games; Kimani Vidal of the Los Angeles Chargers averaged 9.2 in 12. A 5.3-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.3 points favors Cam Skattebo, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Cam Skattebo ran for 410 yards and 5 touchdowns; Kimani Vidal posted 643 and 3. 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 Skattebo is off Week 8 and Kimani Vidal Week 7. 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

Cam Skattebo is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Kimani Vidal is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Cam Skattebo (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Kimani Vidal (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Cam Skattebo outscored Kimani Vidal by a projected 90 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kimani Vidal played 12 games in 2025 compared to Cam Skattebo's 8. That durability gap means Kimani Vidal contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Cam Skattebo scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.9 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cam Skattebo vs Kimani Vidal: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cam Skattebo	Kimani Vidal
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.5	9.2
Games Played	8	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	116	110
Rushing Yards	410	643
Rush Yds/Game	51.3	53.6
Rushing TDs	5	3
Receptions	24	16
Receiving Yards	207	136
Targets	32	22
Total TDs	7	4
Age	24	24
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 7

Summary

14.5 PPG for Cam Skattebo versus 9.2 for Kimani Vidal in 2025. The baseline favors Cam Skattebo, 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 Cam Skattebo or Kimani Vidal in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Cam Skattebo has the edge at 14.5 PPG compared to Kimani Vidal's 9.2 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 Cam Skattebo and Kimani Vidal average in 2025?▾

Cam Skattebo averaged 14.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 8 games in 2025. Kimani Vidal averaged 9.2 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 5.3 points per game.

When are Cam Skattebo and Kimani Vidal's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Cam Skattebo (NYG) has a bye in Week 8, and Kimani Vidal (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Cam Skattebo or Kimani Vidal a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Cam Skattebo outscored Kimani Vidal by 5.3 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.