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D'Andre Swift vs Jake TongesWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.2 PPG to Jake Tonges's 8.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

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

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, D'Andre Swift (13.2 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Jake Tonges (8.5 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

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
16
Rush Yds
1,087
Rush TDs
9
Rec
34
Rec Yds
299
Bye
Week 10
TESan Francisco 49ers#15
Jake Tonges
PPG
8.5
Games
9
Rec
34
Rec Yds
293
Rec TDs
5
Targets
46
Bye
Week 8

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
D'Andre Swift
Jake Tonges

Head to Head

13.2 PPG8.5 PPG
16 GP9 GP
Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

D'Andre Swift: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #16 at the position). Jake Tonges: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #15 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) TE in most league formats.

D'Andre Swift vs Jake Tonges: The Full Breakdown

Comparing D'Andre Swift (RB, Chicago Bears) against Jake Tonges (TE, San Francisco 49ers) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 PPG in 2025 over 16 games, while Jake Tonges posted 8.5 PPG across 9 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

D'Andre Swift has his bye in Week 10, Jake Tonges in Week 8. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

D'Andre Swift is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Jake Tonges 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. Jake Tonges (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

  • D'Andre Swift outscored Jake Tonges by a projected 80 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • D'Andre Swift played 16 games in 2025 compared to Jake Tonges's 9. 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.
  • Jake Tonges 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 Jake Tonges: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatD'Andre SwiftJake Tonges
PPG (Half-PPR)13.28.5
Games Played169
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)21177
Rushing Yards1,0870
Rush Yds/Game67.90.0
Rushing TDs90
Receptions3434
Receiving Yards299293
Targets4846
Total TDs105
Age2726
Experience5 yrs3 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 10Week 8

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor D'Andre Swift at 13.2 PPG, 4.7 points per game above Jake Tonges's 8.5. 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 Jake Tonges in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, D'Andre Swift has the edge at 13.2 PPG compared to Jake Tonges's 8.5 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 Jake Tonges average in 2025?

D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Jake Tonges averaged 8.5 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 4.7 points per game.

When are D'Andre Swift and Jake Tonges's bye weeks in 2026?

D'Andre Swift (CHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Jake Tonges (SF) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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