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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Cam Skattebo vs Nick ChubbWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Cam Skattebo is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.5 PPG to Nick Chubb's 5.5 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 Nick Chubb by 9.0 PPG in 2025 with 7 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Cam Skattebo is the clear pick. Nick Chubb 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

RBHouston Texans#59

Nick Chubb

PPG

5.5

Games

Rush Yds

506

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Cam Skattebo

Nick Chubb

Head to Head

14.5 PPG5.5 PPG

8 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 8Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Cam Skattebo: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #10 at the position). Nick Chubb: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #59 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Cam Skattebo is producing at 66% of elite pace and Nick Chubb at 25%. That ranking gap means Cam Skattebo carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Cam Skattebo vs Nick Chubb: The Full Breakdown

Cam Skattebo and Nick Chubb are at different tiers heading into 2026. The New York Giants running back averaged 14.5 PPG in 2025, a full 9.0 points per game ahead of Nick Chubb's 5.5 with the Houston Texans. That kind of gap doesn't close on matchup alone.

That 9.0-point weekly advantage for Cam Skattebo 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. Cam Skattebo ran for 410 yards and 5 touchdowns; Nick Chubb posted 506 and 3. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Both share a Week 8 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking running backs this deep on your bench, plan your replacement running back early.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Cam Skattebo is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Nick Chubb 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. Nick Chubb (age 30, 7 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Cam Skattebo outscored Nick Chubb by a projected 153 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Nick Chubb played 15 games in 2025 compared to Cam Skattebo's 8. That durability gap means Nick Chubb 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.
•Cam Skattebo is 6 years younger than Nick Chubb (24 vs 30), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.
•Both players share a Week 8 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cam Skattebo vs Nick Chubb: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cam Skattebo	Nick Chubb
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.5	5.5
Games Played	8	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	116	83
Rushing Yards	410	506
Rush Yds/Game	51.3	33.7
Rushing TDs	5	3
Receptions	24	13
Receiving Yards	207	67
Targets	32	20
Total TDs	7	3
Age	24	30
Experience	-	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 8	Week 8

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Cam Skattebo at 14.5 PPG, 9.0 points per game above Nick Chubb's 5.5. 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 Nick Chubb in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Cam Skattebo has the edge at 14.5 PPG compared to Nick Chubb's 5.5 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 Nick Chubb average in 2025?▾

Cam Skattebo averaged 14.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 8 games in 2025. Nick Chubb averaged 5.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 9.0 points per game.

Do Cam Skattebo and Nick Chubb share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Cam Skattebo and Nick Chubb share a Week 8 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is Cam Skattebo or Nick Chubb a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Cam Skattebo outscored Nick Chubb by 9.0 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.