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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Chuba Hubbard vs Samaje PerineWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Chuba Hubbard is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.4 PPG to Samaje Perine's 6.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Chuba Hubbard is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Chuba Hubbard and Samaje Perine are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.9-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBCarolina Panthers#44PPG LEADER

Chuba Hubbard

PPG

7.4

Games

Rush Yds

511

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

223

Bye

Week 5

RBKansas City Chiefs#99

Samaje Perine

PPG

6.5

Games

Rush Yds

285

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

182

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Chuba Hubbard

Samaje Perine

Head to Head

7.4 PPG6.5 PPG

15 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Chuba Hubbard: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #44 at the position). Samaje Perine: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Chuba Hubbard is producing at 34% of elite pace and Samaje Perine at 30%. That ranking gap means Chuba Hubbard carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Chuba Hubbard vs Samaje Perine: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Chuba Hubbard finished the 2025 season at 7.4 PPG over 15 games with the Carolina Panthers, while Samaje Perine clocked in at 6.5 across 15 appearances for the Kansas City Chiefs. A 0.9-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Chuba Hubbard ran for 511 yards and 1 touchdowns; Samaje Perine posted 285 and 2. 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 Samaje Perine Week 6. 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

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Chuba Hubbard (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Samaje Perine (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Chuba Hubbard outscored Samaje Perine by a projected 15 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Chuba Hubbard scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Chuba Hubbard vs Samaje Perine: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Chuba Hubbard	Samaje Perine
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.4	6.5
Games Played	15	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	111	98
Rushing Yards	511	285
Rush Yds/Game	34.1	19.0
Rushing TDs	1	2
Receptions	30	24
Receiving Yards	223	182
Targets	39	0
Total TDs	4	3
Age	26	-
Experience	4 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 6

Summary

7.4 PPG for Chuba Hubbard versus 6.5 for Samaje Perine in 2025. The baseline favors Chuba Hubbard, 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 Samaje Perine in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Chuba Hubbard has the edge at 7.4 PPG compared to Samaje Perine's 6.5 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 Chuba Hubbard and Samaje Perine average in 2025?▾

Chuba Hubbard averaged 7.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Samaje Perine averaged 6.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.9 points per game.

When are Chuba Hubbard and Samaje Perine's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Chuba Hubbard (CAR) has a bye in Week 5, and Samaje Perine (KC) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Chuba Hubbard or Samaje Perine a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Chuba Hubbard outscored Samaje Perine by 0.9 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.