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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

D'Andre Swift vs Dylan SampsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.2 PPG to Dylan Sampson's 4.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

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

The gap here is significant. D'Andre Swift outscored Dylan Sampson by 8.5 PPG in 2025 with 10 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, D'Andre Swift is the clear pick. Dylan Sampson 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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RBChicago Bears#16PPG LEADER

D'Andre Swift

PPG

13.2

Games

Rush Yds

1,087

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

299

Bye

Week 10

RBCleveland Browns#99

Dylan Sampson

PPG

4.7

Games

Rush Yds

175

Rec

Rec Yds

271

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

D'Andre Swift

Dylan Sampson

Head to Head

13.2 PPG4.7 PPG

16 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

D'Andre Swift: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #16 at the position). Dylan Sampson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, D'Andre Swift is producing at 60% of elite pace and Dylan Sampson at 21%. That ranking gap means D'Andre Swift carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

D'Andre Swift vs Dylan Sampson: The Full Breakdown

D'Andre Swift and Dylan Sampson are at different tiers heading into 2026. The Chicago Bears running back averaged 13.2 PPG in 2025, a full 8.5 points per game ahead of Dylan Sampson's 4.7 with the Cleveland Browns. That kind of gap doesn't close on matchup alone.

The per-game difference of 8.5 points favors D'Andre Swift, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. D'Andre Swift ran for 1087 yards and 9 touchdowns; Dylan Sampson posted 175 and undefined. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Both share a Week 10 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking running backs this deep on your bench, plan your replacement running back early.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

D'Andre Swift is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Dylan Sampson 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. Dylan Sampson (age 21) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•D'Andre Swift outscored Dylan Sampson by a projected 145 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•D'Andre Swift played 16 games in 2025 compared to Dylan Sampson's 15. 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.
•Dylan Sampson is 6 years younger than D'Andre Swift (21 vs 27), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

D'Andre Swift vs Dylan Sampson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	D'Andre Swift	Dylan Sampson
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.2	4.7
Games Played	16	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	211	71
Rushing Yards	1,087	175
Rush Yds/Game	67.9	11.7
Rushing TDs	9	0
Receptions	34	33
Receiving Yards	299	271
Targets	48	40
Total TDs	10	2
Age	27	21
Experience	5 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

13.2 PPG for D'Andre Swift versus 4.7 for Dylan Sampson in 2025. The baseline favors D'Andre Swift, 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 D'Andre Swift or Dylan Sampson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, D'Andre Swift has the edge at 13.2 PPG compared to Dylan Sampson's 4.7 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 Dylan Sampson average in 2025?▾

D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Dylan Sampson averaged 4.7 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 8.5 points per game.

Do D'Andre Swift and Dylan Sampson share a bye week?▾

Yes, both D'Andre Swift and Dylan Sampson share a Week 10 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is D'Andre Swift or Dylan Sampson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift outscored Dylan Sampson by 8.5 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.