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D'Andre Swift vs Jonnu SmithWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.2 PPG to Jonnu Smith's 8.2 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. Jonnu Smith (8.2 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.

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
16
Rush Yds
1,087
Rush TDs
9
Rec
34
Rec Yds
299
Bye
Week 10
TEMiami Dolphins#99
Jonnu Smith
PPG
8.2
Games
15
Rec
52
Rec Yds
562
Rec TDs
4
Targets
68
Bye
Week 6

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
D'Andre Swift
Jonnu Smith

Head to Head

13.2 PPG8.2 PPG
16 GP15 GP
Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

D'Andre Swift: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #16 at the position). Jonnu Smith: Tier 5 (Deep League) TE (ranked #99 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 5 (Deep League) TE in most league formats.

D'Andre Swift vs Jonnu Smith: The Full Breakdown

Comparing D'Andre Swift (RB, Chicago Bears) against Jonnu Smith (TE, Miami Dolphins) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 PPG in 2025 over 16 games, while Jonnu Smith posted 8.2 PPG across 15 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, Jonnu Smith in Week 6. 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. Jonnu Smith 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. Jonnu Smith (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

  • D'Andre Swift outscored Jonnu Smith by a projected 85 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • D'Andre Swift played 16 games in 2025 compared to Jonnu Smith'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.
  • Jonnu Smith caught 52 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 Jonnu Smith: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatD'Andre SwiftJonnu Smith
PPG (Half-PPR)13.28.2
Games Played1615
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)211123
Rushing Yards1,0870
Rush Yds/Game67.90.0
Rushing TDs90
Receptions3452
Receiving Yards299562
Targets4868
Total TDs104
Age27-
Experience5 yrs-
Bye WeekWeek 10Week 6

Summary

13.2 PPG for D'Andre Swift versus 8.2 for Jonnu Smith 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 Jonnu Smith in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, D'Andre Swift has the edge at 13.2 PPG compared to Jonnu Smith's 8.2 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 Jonnu Smith average in 2025?

D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Jonnu Smith averaged 8.2 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 5.0 points per game.

When are D'Andre Swift and Jonnu Smith's bye weeks in 2026?

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

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