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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

D'Andre Swift vs Omarion HamptonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.3 PPG to D'Andre Swift's 13.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Omarion Hampton edges D'Andre Swift by 0.1 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Omarion Hampton goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBChicago Bears#16

D'Andre Swift

PPG

13.2

Games

Rush Yds

1,087

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

299

Bye

Week 10

RBLos Angeles Chargers#15PPG LEADER

Omarion Hampton

PPG

13.3

Games

Rush Yds

545

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

192

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

D'Andre Swift

Omarion Hampton

Head to Head

13.2 PPG13.3 PPG

16 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

D'Andre Swift: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #16 at the position). Omarion Hampton: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #15 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, D'Andre Swift is producing at 60% of elite pace and Omarion Hampton at 60%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

D'Andre Swift vs Omarion Hampton: The Full Breakdown

D'Andre Swift (13.2 PPG) and Omarion Hampton (13.3 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two running backs are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. D'Andre Swift played 16 games for the Chicago Bears; Omarion Hampton suited up 9 times for the Los Angeles Chargers.

A 0.1-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. D'Andre Swift ran for 1087 yards and 9 touchdowns; Omarion Hampton posted 545 and 4. 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 Omarion Hampton is off Week 7. 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

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: D'Andre Swift (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Omarion Hampton (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Omarion Hampton outscored D'Andre Swift by a projected 2 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•D'Andre Swift played 16 games in 2025 compared to Omarion Hampton'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.
•D'Andre Swift caught 34 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Omarion Hampton is 4 years younger than D'Andre Swift (23 vs 27), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

D'Andre Swift vs Omarion Hampton: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	D'Andre Swift	Omarion Hampton
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.2	13.3
Games Played	16	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	211	120
Rushing Yards	1,087	545
Rush Yds/Game	67.9	60.6
Rushing TDs	9	4
Receptions	34	32
Receiving Yards	299	192
Targets	48	35
Total TDs	10	5
Age	27	23
Experience	5 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 7

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Omarion Hampton holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 13.3 points per game. D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start D'Andre Swift or Omarion Hampton in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Omarion Hampton has the edge at 13.3 PPG compared to D'Andre Swift's 13.2 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 Omarion Hampton average in 2025?▾

D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 0.1 points per game.

When are D'Andre Swift and Omarion Hampton's bye weeks in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift (CHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Omarion Hampton (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is D'Andre Swift or Omarion Hampton a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Omarion Hampton outscored D'Andre Swift by 0.1 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.