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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

D'Andre Swift vs Isiah PachecoWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.2 PPG to Isiah Pacheco's 6.0 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 Isiah Pacheco by 7.2 PPG in 2025 with 10 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, D'Andre Swift is the clear pick. Isiah Pacheco 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

RBKansas City Chiefs#54

Isiah Pacheco

PPG

6.0

Games

Rush Yds

462

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

101

Bye

Week 5

The Edge Chart

D'Andre Swift

Isiah Pacheco

Head to Head

13.2 PPG6.0 PPG

16 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 5

Fantasy Tiers

D'Andre Swift: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #16 at the position). Isiah Pacheco: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #54 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, D'Andre Swift is producing at 60% of elite pace and Isiah Pacheco at 27%. That ranking gap means D'Andre Swift carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

D'Andre Swift vs Isiah Pacheco: 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 Isiah Pacheco managed 6.0 across 13 games with the Kansas City Chiefs. A 7.2-point weekly edge is substantial at the running back position.

That 7.2-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; Isiah Pacheco posted 462 and 1. 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: D'Andre Swift sits Week 10 while Isiah Pacheco is off Week 5. 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

D'Andre Swift is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Isiah Pacheco 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. Isiah Pacheco (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•D'Andre Swift outscored Isiah Pacheco by a projected 122 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•D'Andre Swift played 16 games in 2025 compared to Isiah Pacheco'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

D'Andre Swift vs Isiah Pacheco: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	D'Andre Swift	Isiah Pacheco
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.2	6.0
Games Played	16	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	211	78
Rushing Yards	1,087	462
Rush Yds/Game	67.9	35.5
Rushing TDs	9	1
Receptions	34	19
Receiving Yards	299	101
Targets	48	26
Total TDs	10	2
Age	27	27
Experience	5 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 5

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor D'Andre Swift at 13.2 PPG, 7.2 points per game above Isiah Pacheco's 6.0. 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 Isiah Pacheco in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, D'Andre Swift has the edge at 13.2 PPG compared to Isiah Pacheco's 6.0 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 Isiah Pacheco average in 2025?▾

D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Isiah Pacheco averaged 6.0 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 7.2 points per game.

When are D'Andre Swift and Isiah Pacheco's bye weeks in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift (CHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Isiah Pacheco (KC) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is D'Andre Swift or Isiah Pacheco a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift outscored Isiah Pacheco by 7.2 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.