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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Chase Brown vs Kimani VidalWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Chase Brown is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.6 PPG to Kimani Vidal's 9.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Chase Brown is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Chase Brown outscored Kimani Vidal by 5.4 PPG in 2025 with 11 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Chase Brown 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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RBCincinnati Bengals#9PPG LEADER

Chase Brown

PPG

14.6

Games

Rush Yds

1,019

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

437

Bye

Week 6

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

Chase Brown

Kimani Vidal

Head to Head

14.6 PPG9.2 PPG

17 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Chase Brown: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #9 at the position). Kimani Vidal: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #32 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Chase Brown is producing at 66% of elite pace and Kimani Vidal at 42%. That ranking gap means Chase Brown carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Chase Brown vs Kimani Vidal: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Chase Brown and Kimani Vidal is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Cincinnati Bengals running back put up 14.6 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Kimani Vidal of the Los Angeles Chargers averaged 9.2 in 12. A 5.4-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.4 points favors Chase Brown, 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.

Chase Brown is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 69 targets into 437 yards, while Kimani Vidal profiles as a more traditional rusher with 643 rushing yards and 3 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Chase Brown carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Chase Brown sits Week 6 while Kimani Vidal 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

Chase Brown 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: Chase Brown (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Kimani Vidal (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Chase Brown outscored Kimani Vidal by a projected 92 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Chase Brown played 17 games in 2025 compared to Kimani Vidal's 12. That durability gap means Chase Brown contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Chase Brown scored 11 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Chase Brown caught 69 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Chase Brown vs Kimani Vidal: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Chase Brown	Kimani Vidal
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.6	9.2
Games Played	17	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	248	110
Rushing Yards	1,019	643
Rush Yds/Game	59.9	53.6
Rushing TDs	6	3
Receptions	69	16
Receiving Yards	437	136
Targets	88	22
Total TDs	11	4
Age	26	24
Experience	2 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 7

Summary

14.6 PPG for Chase Brown versus 9.2 for Kimani Vidal in 2025. The baseline favors Chase Brown, 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 Chase Brown or Kimani Vidal in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Chase Brown has the edge at 14.6 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 Chase Brown and Kimani Vidal average in 2025?▾

Chase Brown averaged 14.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Kimani Vidal averaged 9.2 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 5.4 points per game.

When are Chase Brown and Kimani Vidal's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Chase Brown (CIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Kimani Vidal (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Chase Brown or Kimani Vidal a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Chase Brown outscored Kimani Vidal by 5.4 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.