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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

D'Andre Swift vs Tyjae SpearsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.2 PPG to Tyjae Spears's 6.9 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 Tyjae Spears by 6.3 PPG in 2025 with 10 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, D'Andre Swift is the clear pick. Tyjae Spears 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

RBTennessee Titans#48

Tyjae Spears

PPG

6.9

Games

Rush Yds

283

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

264

Bye

Week 9

The Edge Chart

D'Andre Swift

Tyjae Spears

Head to Head

13.2 PPG6.9 PPG

16 GP13 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

D'Andre Swift: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #16 at the position). Tyjae Spears: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #48 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, D'Andre Swift is producing at 60% of elite pace and Tyjae Spears at 31%. That ranking gap means D'Andre Swift carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

D'Andre Swift vs Tyjae Spears: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. D'Andre Swift (Chicago Bears) averaged 13.2 PPG over 16 games in 2025, outscoring Tyjae Spears (Tennessee Titans, 6.9 PPG) by 6.3 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

That 6.3-point weekly advantage for D'Andre Swift is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Tyjae Spears is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 45 targets into 264 yards, while D'Andre Swift profiles as a more traditional rusher with 1087 rushing yards and 9 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Tyjae Spears carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: D'Andre Swift is off Week 10 and Tyjae Spears Week 9. 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

D'Andre Swift is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Tyjae Spears 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. Tyjae Spears (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•D'Andre Swift outscored Tyjae Spears by a projected 107 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•D'Andre Swift played 16 games in 2025 compared to Tyjae Spears'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.
•Tyjae Spears caught 45 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 Tyjae Spears: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	D'Andre Swift	Tyjae Spears
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.2	6.9
Games Played	16	13
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	211	90
Rushing Yards	1,087	283
Rush Yds/Game	67.9	21.8
Rushing TDs	9	2
Receptions	34	45
Receiving Yards	299	264
Targets	48	50
Total TDs	10	2
Age	27	24
Experience	5 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 9

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor D'Andre Swift at 13.2 PPG, 6.3 points per game above Tyjae Spears's 6.9. 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 Tyjae Spears in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, D'Andre Swift has the edge at 13.2 PPG compared to Tyjae Spears's 6.9 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 Tyjae Spears average in 2025?▾

D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Tyjae Spears averaged 6.9 PPG over 13 games. That is a difference of 6.3 points per game.

When are D'Andre Swift and Tyjae Spears's bye weeks in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift (CHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Tyjae Spears (TEN) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is D'Andre Swift or Tyjae Spears a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift outscored Tyjae Spears by 6.3 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.