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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Cam Skattebo vs Kyren WilliamsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Cam Skattebo is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.5 PPG to Kyren Williams's 14.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Cam Skattebo is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Cam Skattebo and Kyren Williams are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.1-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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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 Rams#11

Kyren Williams

PPG

14.4

Games

Rush Yds

1,252

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

281

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Cam Skattebo

Kyren Williams

Head to Head

14.5 PPG14.4 PPG

8 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Cam Skattebo: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #10 at the position). Kyren Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #11 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Cam Skattebo is producing at 66% of elite pace and Kyren Williams at 65%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Cam Skattebo vs Kyren Williams: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Cam Skattebo finished the 2025 season at 14.5 PPG over 8 games with the New York Giants, while Kyren Williams clocked in at 14.4 across 17 appearances for the Los Angeles Rams. A 0.1-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 Skattebo ran for 410 yards and 5 touchdowns; Kyren Williams posted 1252 and 10. 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 Kyren Williams Week 11. 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 Skattebo (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Kyren Williams (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Cam Skattebo outscored Kyren Williams by a projected 2 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyren Williams played 17 games in 2025 compared to Cam Skattebo's 8. That durability gap means Kyren Williams contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Kyren Williams scored 13 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Kyren Williams caught 36 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cam Skattebo vs Kyren Williams: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cam Skattebo	Kyren Williams
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.5	14.4
Games Played	8	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	116	245
Rushing Yards	410	1,252
Rush Yds/Game	51.3	73.6
Rushing TDs	5	10
Receptions	24	36
Receiving Yards	207	281
Targets	32	50
Total TDs	7	13
Age	24	25
Experience	-	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Cam Skattebo at 14.5 PPG, 0.1 points per game above Kyren Williams's 14.4. 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 Cam Skattebo or Kyren Williams in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Cam Skattebo has the edge at 14.5 PPG compared to Kyren Williams's 14.4 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 Kyren Williams average in 2025?▾

Cam Skattebo averaged 14.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 8 games in 2025. Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.1 points per game.

When are Cam Skattebo and Kyren Williams's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Cam Skattebo (NYG) has a bye in Week 8, and Kyren Williams (LAR) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Cam Skattebo or Kyren Williams a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Cam Skattebo outscored Kyren Williams by 0.1 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.