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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Dylan Sampson vs Jahmyr GibbsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jahmyr Gibbs is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 19.3 PPG to Dylan Sampson's 4.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jahmyr Gibbs is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Jahmyr Gibbs outscored Dylan Sampson by 14.6 PPG in 2025 with 18 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Jahmyr Gibbs is the clear pick. Dylan Sampson 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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RBCleveland Browns#99

Dylan Sampson

PPG

4.7

Games

Rush Yds

175

Rec

Rec Yds

271

Bye

Week 10

RBDetroit Lions#4PPG LEADER

Jahmyr Gibbs

PPG

19.3

Games

Rush Yds

1,223

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

616

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Dylan Sampson

Jahmyr Gibbs

Head to Head

4.7 PPG19.3 PPG

15 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Dylan Sampson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Jahmyr Gibbs: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #4 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Dylan Sampson is producing at 21% of elite pace and Jahmyr Gibbs at 88%. That ranking gap means Jahmyr Gibbs carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Dylan Sampson vs Jahmyr Gibbs: The Full Breakdown

Jahmyr Gibbs and Dylan Sampson are at different tiers heading into 2026. The Detroit Lions running back averaged 19.3 PPG in 2025, a full 14.6 points per game ahead of Dylan Sampson's 4.7 with the Cleveland Browns. That kind of gap doesn't close on matchup alone.

The per-game difference of 14.6 points favors Jahmyr Gibbs, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

Jahmyr Gibbs is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 77 targets into 616 yards, while Dylan Sampson profiles as a more traditional rusher with 175 rushing yards and undefined touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Jahmyr Gibbs carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

Dylan Sampson has his bye in Week 10, and Jahmyr Gibbs rests in Week 6. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Jahmyr Gibbs is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Dylan Sampson is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Dylan Sampson (age 21) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Jahmyr Gibbs (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Jahmyr Gibbs outscored Dylan Sampson by a projected 248 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jahmyr Gibbs played 17 games in 2025 compared to Dylan Sampson's 15. That durability gap means Jahmyr Gibbs contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jahmyr Gibbs scored 18 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.1 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Jahmyr Gibbs caught 77 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Dylan Sampson vs Jahmyr Gibbs: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dylan Sampson	Jahmyr Gibbs
PPG (Half-PPR)	4.7	19.3
Games Played	15	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	71	328
Rushing Yards	175	1,223
Rush Yds/Game	11.7	71.9
Rushing TDs	0	13
Receptions	33	77
Receiving Yards	271	616
Targets	40	94
Total TDs	2	18
Age	21	24
Experience	1 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 6

Summary

19.3 PPG for Jahmyr Gibbs versus 4.7 for Dylan Sampson in 2025. The baseline favors Jahmyr Gibbs, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Dylan Sampson or Jahmyr Gibbs in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jahmyr Gibbs has the edge at 19.3 PPG compared to Dylan Sampson's 4.7 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 Dylan Sampson and Jahmyr Gibbs average in 2025?▾

Dylan Sampson averaged 4.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Jahmyr Gibbs averaged 19.3 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 14.6 points per game.

When are Dylan Sampson and Jahmyr Gibbs's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Dylan Sampson (CLE) has a bye in Week 10, and Jahmyr Gibbs (DET) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Dylan Sampson or Jahmyr Gibbs a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Jahmyr Gibbs outscored Dylan Sampson by 14.6 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.