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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Dylan Sampson vs Jordan MasonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jordan Mason is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.6 PPG to Dylan Sampson's 4.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jordan Mason is the better fantasy play this season.

Jordan Mason is the better play on a neutral week. 7.6 PPG with 809 yards gives a reliable baseline. Dylan Sampson at 4.7 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Jordan Mason higher, but do not fade Dylan Sampson entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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RBCleveland Browns#99

Dylan Sampson

PPG

4.7

Games

Rush Yds

175

Rec

Rec Yds

271

Bye

Week 10

RBMinnesota Vikings#42PPG LEADER

Jordan Mason

PPG

7.6

Games

Rush Yds

758

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Dylan Sampson

Jordan Mason

Head to Head

4.7 PPG7.6 PPG

15 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Dylan Sampson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Jordan Mason: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #42 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Dylan Sampson is producing at 21% of elite pace and Jordan Mason at 35%. That ranking gap means Jordan Mason carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Dylan Sampson vs Jordan Mason: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Dylan Sampson and Jordan Mason is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Cleveland Browns running back put up 4.7 PPG in 2025 over 15 games; Jordan Mason of the Minnesota Vikings averaged 7.6 in 16. A 2.9-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.9 points favors Jordan Mason, 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; Jordan Mason posted 758 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: Dylan Sampson is off Week 10 and Jordan Mason Week 6. 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

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: Dylan Sampson (age 21) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Jordan Mason (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Jordan Mason outscored Dylan Sampson by a projected 49 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jordan Mason played 16 games in 2025 compared to Dylan Sampson's 15. That durability gap means Jordan Mason contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jordan Mason scored 6 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 Jordan Mason (21 vs 27), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Dylan Sampson vs Jordan Mason: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dylan Sampson	Jordan Mason
PPG (Half-PPR)	4.7	7.6
Games Played	15	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	71	122
Rushing Yards	175	758
Rush Yds/Game	11.7	47.4
Rushing TDs	0	6
Receptions	33	14
Receiving Yards	271	51
Targets	40	16
Total TDs	2	6
Age	21	27
Experience	1 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 6

Summary

7.6 PPG for Jordan Mason versus 4.7 for Dylan Sampson in 2025. The baseline favors Jordan Mason, 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 Jordan Mason in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jordan Mason has the edge at 7.6 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 Jordan Mason average in 2025?▾

Dylan Sampson averaged 4.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Jordan Mason averaged 7.6 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 2.9 points per game.

When are Dylan Sampson and Jordan Mason's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Dylan Sampson or Jordan Mason a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Jordan Mason outscored Dylan Sampson by 2.9 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.