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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Chuba Hubbard vs Omarion HamptonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.3 PPG to Chuba Hubbard's 7.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Omarion Hampton outscored Chuba Hubbard by 5.9 PPG in 2025 with 5 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Omarion Hampton 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

RBLos Angeles Chargers#15PPG LEADER

Omarion Hampton

PPG

13.3

Games

Rush Yds

545

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

192

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Chuba Hubbard

Omarion Hampton

Head to Head

7.4 PPG13.3 PPG

15 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Chuba Hubbard: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #44 at the position). Omarion Hampton: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #15 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Chuba Hubbard is producing at 34% of elite pace and Omarion Hampton at 60%. That ranking gap means Omarion Hampton carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Chuba Hubbard vs Omarion Hampton: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Chuba Hubbard and Omarion Hampton is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Carolina Panthers running back put up 7.4 PPG in 2025 over 15 games; Omarion Hampton of the Los Angeles Chargers averaged 13.3 in 9. A 5.9-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.9 points favors Omarion Hampton, 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.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Chuba Hubbard ran for 511 yards and 1 touchdowns; Omarion Hampton posted 545 and 4. 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: Chuba Hubbard is off Week 5 and Omarion Hampton Week 7. 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

Omarion Hampton 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. Omarion Hampton (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Omarion Hampton outscored Chuba Hubbard by a projected 100 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Chuba Hubbard played 15 games in 2025 compared to Omarion Hampton's 9. That durability gap means Chuba Hubbard contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Omarion Hampton scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Omarion Hampton caught 32 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 Omarion Hampton: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Chuba Hubbard	Omarion Hampton
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.4	13.3
Games Played	15	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	111	120
Rushing Yards	511	545
Rush Yds/Game	34.1	60.6
Rushing TDs	1	4
Receptions	30	32
Receiving Yards	223	192
Targets	39	35
Total TDs	4	5
Age	26	23
Experience	4 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 7

Summary

13.3 PPG for Omarion Hampton versus 7.4 for Chuba Hubbard in 2025. The baseline favors Omarion Hampton, 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 Chuba Hubbard or Omarion Hampton in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Omarion Hampton has the edge at 13.3 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 Omarion Hampton average in 2025?▾

Chuba Hubbard averaged 7.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 5.9 points per game.

When are Chuba Hubbard and Omarion Hampton's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Chuba Hubbard (CAR) has a bye in Week 5, and Omarion Hampton (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Chuba Hubbard or Omarion Hampton a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Omarion Hampton outscored Chuba Hubbard by 5.9 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.