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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

D'Andre Swift vs David MontgomeryWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.2 PPG to David Montgomery's 9.1 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 the better play on a neutral week. 13.2 PPG with 1,386 yards gives a reliable baseline. David Montgomery at 9.1 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft D'Andre Swift higher, but do not fade David Montgomery entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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RBChicago Bears#16PPG LEADER

D'Andre Swift

PPG

13.2

Games

Rush Yds

1,087

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

299

Bye

Week 10

RBDetroit Lions#33

David Montgomery

PPG

9.1

Games

Rush Yds

716

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

192

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

D'Andre Swift

David Montgomery

Head to Head

13.2 PPG9.1 PPG

16 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

D'Andre Swift: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #16 at the position). David Montgomery: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #33 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, D'Andre Swift is producing at 60% of elite pace and David Montgomery at 41%. That ranking gap means D'Andre Swift carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

D'Andre Swift vs David Montgomery: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between D'Andre Swift and David Montgomery for your lineup, you are not alone. D'Andre Swift finished the 2025 season at 13.2 PPG for the Chicago Bears (16 games), and David Montgomery averaged 9.1 for the Detroit Lions (17 games).

That 4.1-point weekly advantage for D'Andre Swift 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. D'Andre Swift ran for 1087 yards and 9 touchdowns; David Montgomery posted 716 and 8. 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: D'Andre Swift is off Week 10 and David Montgomery 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

D'Andre Swift is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. David Montgomery is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: D'Andre Swift (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. David Montgomery (age 28, 6 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•D'Andre Swift outscored David Montgomery by a projected 70 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•David Montgomery played 17 games in 2025 compared to D'Andre Swift's 16. That durability gap means David Montgomery 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

D'Andre Swift vs David Montgomery: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	D'Andre Swift	David Montgomery
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.2	9.1
Games Played	16	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	211	155
Rushing Yards	1,087	716
Rush Yds/Game	67.9	42.1
Rushing TDs	9	8
Receptions	34	24
Receiving Yards	299	192
Targets	48	29
Total TDs	10	9
Age	27	28
Experience	5 yrs	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor D'Andre Swift at 13.2 PPG, 4.1 points per game above David Montgomery's 9.1. 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 D'Andre Swift or David Montgomery in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, D'Andre Swift has the edge at 13.2 PPG compared to David Montgomery's 9.1 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 D'Andre Swift and David Montgomery average in 2025?▾

D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. David Montgomery averaged 9.1 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 4.1 points per game.

When are D'Andre Swift and David Montgomery's bye weeks in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift (CHI) has a bye in Week 10, and David Montgomery (DET) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is D'Andre Swift or David Montgomery a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift outscored David Montgomery by 4.1 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.