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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Dameon Pierce 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 Dameon Pierce's 6.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

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

D'Andre Swift is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 13.2 PPG and 1,386 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Dameon Pierce (6.4 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster D'Andre Swift as the starter and Dameon Pierce as depth.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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RBHouston Texans#99

Dameon Pierce

PPG

6.4

Games

Rush Yds

342

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

108

Bye

Week 14

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

Dameon Pierce

D'Andre Swift

Head to Head

6.4 PPG13.2 PPG

13 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Dameon Pierce: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). D'Andre Swift: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #16 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Dameon Pierce is producing at 29% 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.

Dameon Pierce vs D'Andre Swift: The Full Breakdown

The numbers tell a clear story here. D'Andre Swift put up 13.2 fantasy points per game for the Chicago Bears in 2025, while Dameon Pierce managed 6.4 across 13 games with the Houston Texans. A 6.8-point weekly edge is substantial at the running back position.

D'Andre Swift carries a 6.8-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Dameon Pierce ran for 342 yards and 2 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.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Dameon Pierce sits Week 14 while D'Andre Swift is off Week 10. 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

If you can acquire D'Andre Swift at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Dameon Pierce is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Dameon Pierce (age 27) 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 Dameon Pierce by a projected 116 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•D'Andre Swift played 16 games in 2025 compared to Dameon Pierce's 13. 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

Dameon Pierce vs D'Andre Swift: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dameon Pierce	D'Andre Swift
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.4	13.2
Games Played	13	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	83	211
Rushing Yards	342	1,087
Rush Yds/Game	26.3	67.9
Rushing TDs	2	9
Receptions	15	34
Receiving Yards	108	299
Targets	0	48
Total TDs	2	10
Age	-	27
Experience	-	5 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, D'Andre Swift holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 13.2 points per game. Dameon Pierce averaged 6.4 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 Dameon Pierce or D'Andre Swift in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, D'Andre Swift has the edge at 13.2 PPG compared to Dameon Pierce's 6.4 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 Dameon Pierce and D'Andre Swift average in 2025?▾

Dameon Pierce averaged 6.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 6.8 points per game.

When are Dameon Pierce and D'Andre Swift's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Dameon Pierce (HOU) has a bye in Week 14, and D'Andre Swift (CHI) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Dameon Pierce or D'Andre Swift a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift outscored Dameon Pierce by 6.8 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.