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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

D'Andre Swift vs Tucker KraftWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.2 PPG to Tucker Kraft's 12.6 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. Tucker Kraft (12.6 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.

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

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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

TEGreen Bay Packers#2

Tucker Kraft

PPG

12.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

489

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

D'Andre Swift

Tucker Kraft

Head to Head

13.2 PPG12.6 PPG

16 GP8 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

D'Andre Swift: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #16 at the position). Tucker Kraft: Tier 1 (Elite) TE (ranked #2 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 1 (Elite) TE in most league formats.

D'Andre Swift vs Tucker Kraft: The Full Breakdown

Comparing D'Andre Swift (RB, Chicago Bears) against Tucker Kraft (TE, Green Bay Packers) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 PPG in 2025 over 16 games, while Tucker Kraft posted 12.6 PPG across 8 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, Tucker Kraft in Week 11. 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. Tucker Kraft (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•D'Andre Swift outscored Tucker Kraft by a projected 10 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•D'Andre Swift played 16 games in 2025 compared to Tucker Kraft's 8. 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 Tucker Kraft: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	D'Andre Swift	Tucker Kraft
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.2	12.6
Games Played	16	8
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	211	101
Rushing Yards	1,087	3
Rush Yds/Game	67.9	0.4
Rushing TDs	9	0
Receptions	34	32
Receiving Yards	299	489
Targets	48	44
Total TDs	10	6
Age	27	25
Experience	5 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 11

Summary

D'Andre Swift outscored Tucker Kraft by 0.6 PPG in 2025 (13.2 to 12.6). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start D'Andre Swift or Tucker Kraft in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, D'Andre Swift has the edge at 13.2 PPG compared to Tucker Kraft's 12.6 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 Tucker Kraft average in 2025?▾

D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Tucker Kraft averaged 12.6 PPG over 8 games. That is a difference of 0.6 points per game.

When are D'Andre Swift and Tucker Kraft's bye weeks in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift (CHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Tucker Kraft (GB) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.