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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Dylan Sampson vs J.K. DobbinsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

J.K. Dobbins is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.0 PPG to Dylan Sampson's 4.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

J.K. Dobbins is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. J.K. Dobbins outscored Dylan Sampson by 6.3 PPG in 2025 with 4 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, J.K. Dobbins 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

RBDenver Broncos#25PPG LEADER

J.K. Dobbins

PPG

11.0

Games

Rush Yds

772

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Dylan Sampson

J.K. Dobbins

Head to Head

4.7 PPG11.0 PPG

15 GP10 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Dylan Sampson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). J.K. Dobbins: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #25 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Dylan Sampson is producing at 21% of elite pace and J.K. Dobbins at 50%. That ranking gap means J.K. Dobbins carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Dylan Sampson vs J.K. Dobbins: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. J.K. Dobbins (Denver Broncos) averaged 11.0 PPG over 10 games in 2025, outscoring Dylan Sampson (Cleveland Browns, 4.7 PPG) by 6.3 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

The per-game difference of 6.3 points favors J.K. Dobbins, 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.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Dylan Sampson ran for 175 yards and undefined touchdowns; J.K. Dobbins posted 772 and 4. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Both share a Week 10 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking running backs this deep on your bench, plan your replacement running back early.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

J.K. Dobbins 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. J.K. Dobbins (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•J.K. Dobbins outscored Dylan Sampson by a projected 107 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Dylan Sampson played 15 games in 2025 compared to J.K. Dobbins's 10. That durability gap means Dylan Sampson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•J.K. Dobbins scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Dylan Sampson caught 33 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Dylan Sampson is 6 years younger than J.K. Dobbins (21 vs 27), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Dylan Sampson vs J.K. Dobbins: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dylan Sampson	J.K. Dobbins
PPG (Half-PPR)	4.7	11.0
Games Played	15	10
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	71	110
Rushing Yards	175	772
Rush Yds/Game	11.7	77.2
Rushing TDs	0	4
Receptions	33	11
Receiving Yards	271	37
Targets	40	14
Total TDs	2	4
Age	21	27
Experience	1 yrs	5 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

11.0 PPG for J.K. Dobbins versus 4.7 for Dylan Sampson in 2025. The baseline favors J.K. Dobbins, 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 J.K. Dobbins in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, J.K. Dobbins has the edge at 11.0 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 J.K. Dobbins average in 2025?▾

Dylan Sampson averaged 4.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. J.K. Dobbins averaged 11.0 PPG over 10 games. That is a difference of 6.3 points per game.

Do Dylan Sampson and J.K. Dobbins share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Dylan Sampson and J.K. Dobbins share a Week 10 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is Dylan Sampson or J.K. Dobbins a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

J.K. Dobbins outscored Dylan Sampson 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.