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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

D'Andre Swift vs Tank BigsbyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.2 PPG to Tank Bigsby's 8.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

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

D'Andre Swift has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 4.6-PPG advantage is real (13.2 to 8.6), and D'Andre Swift's 10 touchdowns show scoring upside. Tank Bigsby is the buy-low candidate if recent production has dipped, because the talent gap is smaller than the numbers suggest.

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

RBJacksonville Jaguars#99

Tank Bigsby

PPG

8.6

Games

Rush Yds

745

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

D'Andre Swift

Tank Bigsby

Head to Head

13.2 PPG8.6 PPG

16 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

D'Andre Swift: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #16 at the position). Tank Bigsby: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, D'Andre Swift is producing at 60% of elite pace and Tank Bigsby at 39%. That ranking gap means D'Andre Swift carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

D'Andre Swift vs Tank Bigsby: The Full Breakdown

Two running backs who will land on plenty of the same rosters in 2026. D'Andre Swift (Chicago Bears) finished the 2025 season averaging 13.2 fantasy points per game in 16 games. Tank Bigsby (Jacksonville Jaguars) came in at 8.6 PPG over 16 games. The gap is real but not insurmountable with the right matchup.

D'Andre Swift carries a 4.6-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. D'Andre Swift ran for 1087 yards and 9 touchdowns; Tank Bigsby posted 745 and 6. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

One scheduling note: D'Andre Swift is off Week 10 and Tank Bigsby Week 12. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in running back for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire D'Andre Swift at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Tank Bigsby is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: D'Andre Swift (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Tank Bigsby (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•D'Andre Swift outscored Tank Bigsby by a projected 78 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•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 Tank Bigsby: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	D'Andre Swift	Tank Bigsby
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.2	8.6
Games Played	16	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	211	138
Rushing Yards	1,087	745
Rush Yds/Game	67.9	46.6
Rushing TDs	9	6
Receptions	34	12
Receiving Yards	299	85
Targets	48	0
Total TDs	10	6
Age	27	-
Experience	5 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 12

Summary

Based on 2025 production, D'Andre Swift holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 13.2 points per game. Tank Bigsby averaged 8.6 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 Tank Bigsby in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, D'Andre Swift has the edge at 13.2 PPG compared to Tank Bigsby's 8.6 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 Tank Bigsby average in 2025?▾

D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Tank Bigsby averaged 8.6 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 4.6 points per game.

When are D'Andre Swift and Tank Bigsby's bye weeks in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift (CHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Tank Bigsby (JAX) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is D'Andre Swift or Tank Bigsby a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift outscored Tank Bigsby by 4.6 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.