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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Dylan Sampson vs Samaje PerineWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Samaje Perine is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.5 PPG to Dylan Sampson's 4.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Samaje Perine is the better fantasy play this season.

Samaje Perine is the better play on a neutral week. 6.5 PPG with 467 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 Samaje Perine higher, but do not fade Dylan Sampson entirely.

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

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RBCleveland Browns#99

Dylan Sampson

PPG

4.7

Games

Rush Yds

175

Rec

Rec Yds

271

Bye

Week 10

RBKansas City Chiefs#99PPG LEADER

Samaje Perine

PPG

6.5

Games

Rush Yds

285

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

182

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Dylan Sampson

Samaje Perine

Head to Head

4.7 PPG6.5 PPG

15 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Dylan Sampson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Samaje Perine: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Dylan Sampson is producing at 21% of elite pace and Samaje Perine at 30%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Dylan Sampson vs Samaje Perine: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Dylan Sampson and Samaje Perine for your lineup, you are not alone. Dylan Sampson finished the 2025 season at 4.7 PPG for the Cleveland Browns (15 games), and Samaje Perine averaged 6.5 for the Kansas City Chiefs (15 games).

That 1.8-point weekly advantage for Samaje Perine 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.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Dylan Sampson ran for 175 yards and undefined touchdowns; Samaje Perine posted 285 and 2. 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 Samaje Perine 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. Samaje Perine (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Samaje Perine outscored Dylan Sampson by a projected 31 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Samaje Perine scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Dylan Sampson vs Samaje Perine: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dylan Sampson	Samaje Perine
PPG (Half-PPR)	4.7	6.5
Games Played	15	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	71	98
Rushing Yards	175	285
Rush Yds/Game	11.7	19.0
Rushing TDs	0	2
Receptions	33	24
Receiving Yards	271	182
Targets	40	0
Total TDs	2	3
Age	21	-
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Samaje Perine at 6.5 PPG, 1.8 points per game above Dylan Sampson's 4.7. 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 Dylan Sampson or Samaje Perine in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Samaje Perine has the edge at 6.5 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 Samaje Perine average in 2025?▾

Dylan Sampson averaged 4.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Samaje Perine averaged 6.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 1.8 points per game.

When are Dylan Sampson and Samaje Perine's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Dylan Sampson or Samaje Perine a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Samaje Perine outscored Dylan Sampson by 1.8 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.