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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Dameon Pierce vs Kyren WilliamsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Kyren Williams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.4 PPG to Dameon Pierce's 6.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Kyren Williams is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Kyren Williams outscored Dameon Pierce by 8.0 PPG in 2025 with 13 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Kyren Williams is the clear pick. Dameon Pierce 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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RBHouston Texans#99

Dameon Pierce

PPG

6.4

Games

Rush Yds

342

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

108

Bye

Week 14

RBLos Angeles Rams#11PPG LEADER

Kyren Williams

PPG

14.4

Games

Rush Yds

1,252

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

281

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Dameon Pierce

Kyren Williams

Head to Head

6.4 PPG14.4 PPG

13 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Dameon Pierce: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Kyren Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #11 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Dameon Pierce is producing at 29% of elite pace and Kyren Williams at 65%. That ranking gap means Kyren Williams carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Dameon Pierce vs Kyren Williams: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Kyren Williams (Los Angeles Rams) averaged 14.4 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring Dameon Pierce (Houston Texans, 6.4 PPG) by 8.0 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

That 8.0-point weekly advantage for Kyren Williams 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. Dameon Pierce ran for 342 yards and 2 touchdowns; Kyren Williams posted 1252 and 10. 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: Dameon Pierce is off Week 14 and Kyren Williams Week 11. 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

Kyren Williams is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Dameon Pierce is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Dameon Pierce (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Kyren Williams (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Kyren Williams outscored Dameon Pierce by a projected 136 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyren Williams played 17 games in 2025 compared to Dameon Pierce's 13. That durability gap means Kyren Williams contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Kyren Williams scored 13 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Kyren Williams caught 36 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 Kyren Williams: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dameon Pierce	Kyren Williams
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.4	14.4
Games Played	13	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	83	245
Rushing Yards	342	1,252
Rush Yds/Game	26.3	73.6
Rushing TDs	2	10
Receptions	15	36
Receiving Yards	108	281
Targets	0	50
Total TDs	2	13
Age	-	25
Experience	-	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Kyren Williams at 14.4 PPG, 8.0 points per game above Dameon Pierce's 6.4. 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 Dameon Pierce or Kyren Williams in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kyren Williams has the edge at 14.4 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 Kyren Williams average in 2025?▾

Dameon Pierce averaged 6.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 8.0 points per game.

When are Dameon Pierce and Kyren Williams's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Dameon Pierce (HOU) has a bye in Week 14, and Kyren Williams (LAR) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Dameon Pierce or Kyren Williams a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Kyren Williams outscored Dameon Pierce by 8.0 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.