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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Chuba Hubbard vs D'Andre SwiftWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.2 PPG to Chuba Hubbard's 7.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. D'Andre Swift outscored Chuba Hubbard by 5.8 PPG in 2025 with 10 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, D'Andre Swift is the clear pick. Chuba Hubbard 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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RBCarolina Panthers#44

Chuba Hubbard

PPG

7.4

Games

Rush Yds

511

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

223

Bye

Week 5

RBChicago Bears#16PPG LEADER

D'Andre Swift

PPG

13.2

Games

Rush Yds

1,087

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

299

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Chuba Hubbard

D'Andre Swift

Head to Head

7.4 PPG13.2 PPG

15 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Chuba Hubbard: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #44 at the position). D'Andre Swift: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #16 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Chuba Hubbard is producing at 34% of elite pace and D'Andre Swift at 60%. That ranking gap means D'Andre Swift carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Chuba Hubbard vs D'Andre Swift: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Chuba Hubbard and D'Andre Swift for your lineup, you are not alone. Chuba Hubbard finished the 2025 season at 7.4 PPG for the Carolina Panthers (15 games), and D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 for the Chicago Bears (16 games).

That 5.8-point weekly advantage for D'Andre Swift 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. Chuba Hubbard ran for 511 yards and 1 touchdowns; D'Andre Swift posted 1087 and 9. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Chuba Hubbard has his bye in Week 5, and D'Andre Swift rests in Week 10. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

D'Andre Swift is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Chuba Hubbard is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Chuba Hubbard (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. D'Andre Swift (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•D'Andre Swift outscored Chuba Hubbard by a projected 99 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•D'Andre Swift played 16 games in 2025 compared to Chuba Hubbard's 15. That durability gap means D'Andre Swift contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•D'Andre Swift scored 10 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•D'Andre Swift caught 34 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Chuba Hubbard vs D'Andre Swift: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Chuba Hubbard	D'Andre Swift
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.4	13.2
Games Played	15	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	111	211
Rushing Yards	511	1,087
Rush Yds/Game	34.1	67.9
Rushing TDs	1	9
Receptions	30	34
Receiving Yards	223	299
Targets	39	48
Total TDs	4	10
Age	26	27
Experience	4 yrs	5 yrs
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 10

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor D'Andre Swift at 13.2 PPG, 5.8 points per game above Chuba Hubbard's 7.4. 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 Chuba Hubbard or D'Andre Swift in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, D'Andre Swift has the edge at 13.2 PPG compared to Chuba Hubbard's 7.4 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 Chuba Hubbard and D'Andre Swift average in 2025?▾

Chuba Hubbard averaged 7.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 5.8 points per game.

When are Chuba Hubbard and D'Andre Swift's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Chuba Hubbard (CAR) has a bye in Week 5, and D'Andre Swift (CHI) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Chuba Hubbard or D'Andre Swift a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift outscored Chuba Hubbard by 5.8 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.