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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Dameon Pierce vs Omarion HamptonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.3 PPG to Dameon Pierce's 6.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy play this season.

Omarion Hampton is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 13.3 PPG and 737 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 Omarion Hampton 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

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

Dameon Pierce

Omarion Hampton

Head to Head

6.4 PPG13.3 PPG

13 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Dameon Pierce: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Omarion Hampton: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #15 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Dameon Pierce is producing at 29% 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.

Dameon Pierce vs Omarion Hampton: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Omarion Hampton (Los Angeles Chargers) averaged 13.3 PPG over 9 games in 2025, outscoring Dameon Pierce (Houston Texans, 6.4 PPG) by 6.9 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

A 6.9-PPG gap gives Omarion Hampton the edge on paper, but paper does not account for Thursday night matchups, weather games, or a star defender returning from injury. The real question is not who was better in 2025, but who is the better start this specific week.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Dameon Pierce ran for 342 yards and 2 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: Dameon Pierce is off Week 14 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

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

Did You Know?

•Omarion Hampton outscored Dameon Pierce by a projected 117 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Dameon Pierce played 13 games in 2025 compared to Omarion Hampton's 9. That durability gap means Dameon Pierce 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

Dameon Pierce vs Omarion Hampton: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dameon Pierce	Omarion Hampton
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.4	13.3
Games Played	13	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	83	120
Rushing Yards	342	545
Rush Yds/Game	26.3	60.6
Rushing TDs	2	4
Receptions	15	32
Receiving Yards	108	192
Targets	0	35
Total TDs	2	5
Age	-	23
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 7

Summary

Omarion Hampton outscored Dameon Pierce by 6.9 PPG in 2025 (13.3 to 6.4). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Dameon Pierce or Omarion Hampton in fantasy football?▾

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

Dameon Pierce averaged 6.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 6.9 points per game.

When are Dameon Pierce and Omarion Hampton's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Dameon Pierce (HOU) has a bye in Week 14, and Omarion Hampton (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Dameon Pierce or Omarion Hampton a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Omarion Hampton outscored Dameon Pierce by 6.9 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.