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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Chase Brown vs Sam LaPortaWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Chase Brown is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.6 PPG to Sam LaPorta's 9.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Chase Brown is the better fantasy play this season.

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Chase Brown (14.6 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Sam LaPorta (9.7 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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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

TEDetroit Lions#7

Sam LaPorta

PPG

9.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

489

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Chase Brown

Sam LaPorta

Head to Head

14.6 PPG9.7 PPG

17 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Chase Brown: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #9 at the position). Sam LaPorta: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE (ranked #7 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE in most league formats.

Chase Brown vs Sam LaPorta: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Chase Brown (RB, Cincinnati Bengals) against Sam LaPorta (TE, Detroit Lions) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Chase Brown averaged 14.6 PPG in 2025 over 17 games, while Sam LaPorta posted 9.7 PPG across 9 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire Chase Brown at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Sam LaPorta is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Chase Brown (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Sam LaPorta (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Chase Brown outscored Sam LaPorta by a projected 83 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Chase Brown played 17 games in 2025 compared to Sam LaPorta's 9. 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.
•Both players share a Week 6 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Chase Brown vs Sam LaPorta: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Chase Brown	Sam LaPorta
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.6	9.7
Games Played	17	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	248	87
Rushing Yards	1,019	0
Rush Yds/Game	59.9	0.0
Rushing TDs	6	0
Receptions	69	40
Receiving Yards	437	489
Targets	88	49
Total TDs	11	3
Age	26	25
Experience	2 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 6

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Chase Brown holds the PPG edge with solid output at 14.6 points per game. Sam LaPorta averaged 9.7 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 Chase Brown or Sam LaPorta in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Chase Brown has the edge at 14.6 PPG compared to Sam LaPorta's 9.7 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 Sam LaPorta average in 2025?▾

Chase Brown averaged 14.6 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Sam LaPorta averaged 9.7 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 4.9 points per game.

Do Chase Brown and Sam LaPorta share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Chase Brown and Sam LaPorta share a Week 6 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.