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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Dylan Sampson vs Tyler AllgeierWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tyler Allgeier is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.8 PPG to Dylan Sampson's 4.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyler Allgeier is the better fantasy play this season.

Tyler Allgeier has the edge, but it is not a runaway. The 2.1-PPG advantage is real (6.8 to 4.7), and Tyler Allgeier's 8 touchdowns show scoring upside. Dylan Sampson is the buy-low candidate if recent production has dipped, because the talent gap is smaller than the numbers suggest.

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

RBAtlanta Falcons#49PPG LEADER

Tyler Allgeier

PPG

6.8

Games

Rush Yds

514

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Dylan Sampson

Tyler Allgeier

Head to Head

4.7 PPG6.8 PPG

15 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Dylan Sampson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Tyler Allgeier: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #49 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Dylan Sampson is producing at 21% of elite pace and Tyler Allgeier at 31%. That ranking gap means Tyler Allgeier carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Dylan Sampson vs Tyler Allgeier: The Full Breakdown

Dylan Sampson and Tyler Allgeier are both viable fantasy running backs heading into 2026, but their 2025 production tells two different stories. Dylan Sampson averaged 4.7 PPG across 15 games with the Cleveland Browns, while Tyler Allgeier posted 6.8 PPG in 17 appearances for the Atlanta Falcons.

A 2.1-PPG gap gives Tyler Allgeier the edge on paper, but paper does not account for Thursday night matchups, weather games, or a star defender returning from injury. The real question is not who was better in 2025, but who is the better start this specific week.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Dylan Sampson ran for 175 yards and undefined touchdowns; Tyler Allgeier posted 514 and 8. 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 Tyler Allgeier Week 11. 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. Tyler Allgeier (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Tyler Allgeier outscored Dylan Sampson by a projected 36 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyler Allgeier played 17 games in 2025 compared to Dylan Sampson's 15. That durability gap means Tyler Allgeier contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tyler Allgeier scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 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 5 years younger than Tyler Allgeier (21 vs 26), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Dylan Sampson vs Tyler Allgeier: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dylan Sampson	Tyler Allgeier
PPG (Half-PPR)	4.7	6.8
Games Played	15	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	71	116
Rushing Yards	175	514
Rush Yds/Game	11.7	30.2
Rushing TDs	0	8
Receptions	33	14
Receiving Yards	271	96
Targets	40	16
Total TDs	2	8
Age	21	26
Experience	1 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 11

Summary

Tyler Allgeier outscored Dylan Sampson by 2.1 PPG in 2025 (6.8 to 4.7). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Dylan Sampson or Tyler Allgeier in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyler Allgeier has the edge at 6.8 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 Tyler Allgeier average in 2025?▾

Dylan Sampson averaged 4.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Tyler Allgeier averaged 6.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 2.1 points per game.

When are Dylan Sampson and Tyler Allgeier's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Dylan Sampson (CLE) has a bye in Week 10, and Tyler Allgeier (ATL) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Dylan Sampson or Tyler Allgeier a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Tyler Allgeier outscored Dylan Sampson by 2.1 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.