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Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

D'Andre Swift or Quentin JohnstonWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start D'Andre Swift over Quentin Johnston in 2026.

D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 PPG in 2025 to Quentin Johnston's 11.2, a 2.0 point per game edge. Swift also stayed healthier, playing 16 games to 13, which steadies his weekly floor. D'Andre Swift is Tier 4 among running backs, Quentin Johnston is Tier 3 among wide receivers.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, D'Andre Swift (13.2 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Quentin Johnston (11.2 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.

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

Rush Yds

1,087

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

299

Bye

Week 10

WRLos Angeles Chargers#18

Quentin Johnston

PPG

11.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

735

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

D'Andre Swift

Quentin Johnston

Head to Head

13.2 PPG11.2 PPG

16 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

D'Andre Swift: Tier 4 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #16 at the position). Quentin Johnston: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #18 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 4 (Flex/Starter) RB is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR in most league formats.

D'Andre Swift vs Quentin Johnston: The Full Breakdown

Comparing D'Andre Swift (RB, Chicago Bears) against Quentin Johnston (WR, Los Angeles Chargers) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 PPG in 2025 over 16 games, while Quentin Johnston posted 11.2 PPG across 13 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, Quentin Johnston in Week 7. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

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. Quentin Johnston (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•D'Andre Swift outscored Quentin Johnston by a projected 34 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•D'Andre Swift played 16 games in 2025 compared to Quentin Johnston'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.
•Quentin Johnston caught 51 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 Quentin Johnston: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	D'Andre Swift	Quentin Johnston
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.2	11.2
Games Played	16	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	211	146
Rushing Yards	1,087	7
Rush Yds/Game	67.9	0.5
Rushing TDs	9	0
Receptions	34	51
Receiving Yards	299	735
Targets	48	84
Total TDs	10	8
Age	27	25
Experience	5 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 7

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor D'Andre Swift at 13.2 PPG, 2.0 points per game above Quentin Johnston's 11.2. 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 Quentin Johnston in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, D'Andre Swift has the edge at 13.2 PPG compared to Quentin Johnston's 11.2 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.

Should I draft D'Andre Swift or Quentin Johnston in 2026 fantasy football?▾

They come off the board at different positions, so weigh D'Andre Swift's 13.2 fantasy points per game against Quentin Johnston's 11.2 and what your roster still needs at WR. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did D'Andre Swift and Quentin Johnston average in 2025?▾

D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Quentin Johnston averaged 11.2 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 2.0 points per game.

When are D'Andre Swift and Quentin Johnston's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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