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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

D'Andre Swift vs Nick ChubbWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.2 PPG to Nick Chubb's 5.5 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 Nick Chubb by 7.7 PPG in 2025 with 10 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, D'Andre Swift is the clear pick. Nick Chubb 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

RBHouston Texans#59

Nick Chubb

PPG

5.5

Games

Rush Yds

506

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

D'Andre Swift

Nick Chubb

Head to Head

13.2 PPG5.5 PPG

16 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

D'Andre Swift: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #16 at the position). Nick Chubb: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #59 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, D'Andre Swift is producing at 60% of elite pace and Nick Chubb at 25%. That ranking gap means D'Andre Swift carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

D'Andre Swift vs Nick Chubb: 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 Nick Chubb managed 5.5 across 15 games with the Houston Texans. A 7.7-point weekly edge is substantial at the running back position.

The per-game difference of 7.7 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; Nick Chubb posted 506 and 3. 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 Nick Chubb is off Week 8. 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. Nick Chubb 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. Nick Chubb (age 30, 7 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•D'Andre Swift outscored Nick Chubb by a projected 131 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•D'Andre Swift played 16 games in 2025 compared to Nick Chubb'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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

D'Andre Swift vs Nick Chubb: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	D'Andre Swift	Nick Chubb
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.2	5.5
Games Played	16	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	211	83
Rushing Yards	1,087	506
Rush Yds/Game	67.9	33.7
Rushing TDs	9	3
Receptions	34	13
Receiving Yards	299	67
Targets	48	20
Total TDs	10	3
Age	27	30
Experience	5 yrs	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 8

Summary

13.2 PPG for D'Andre Swift versus 5.5 for Nick Chubb 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 Nick Chubb in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, D'Andre Swift has the edge at 13.2 PPG compared to Nick Chubb's 5.5 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 Nick Chubb average in 2025?▾

D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Nick Chubb averaged 5.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 7.7 points per game.

When are D'Andre Swift and Nick Chubb's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is D'Andre Swift or Nick Chubb a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift outscored Nick Chubb by 7.7 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.