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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Gus Edwards vs Omarion HamptonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.3 PPG to Gus Edwards's 7.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Omarion Hampton outscored Gus Edwards by 6.3 PPG in 2025 with 5 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Omarion Hampton is the clear pick. Gus Edwards 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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RBLos Angeles Chargers#99

Gus Edwards

PPG

7.0

Games

Rush Yds

468

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 5

RBLos Angeles Chargers#15PPG LEADER

Omarion Hampton

PPG

13.3

Games

Rush Yds

545

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

192

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Gus Edwards

Omarion Hampton

Head to Head

7.0 PPG13.3 PPG

13 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Gus Edwards: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Omarion Hampton: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #15 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Gus Edwards is producing at 32% of elite pace and Omarion Hampton at 60%. That ranking gap means Omarion Hampton carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Gus Edwards vs Omarion Hampton: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Omarion Hampton (Los Angeles Chargers) averaged 13.3 PPG over 9 games in 2025, outscoring Gus Edwards (Los Angeles Chargers, 7.0 PPG) by 6.3 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

That 6.3-point weekly advantage for Omarion Hampton 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. Gus Edwards ran for 468 yards and 4 touchdowns; Omarion Hampton posted 545 and 4. 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: Gus Edwards is off Week 5 and Omarion Hampton Week 7. 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

Omarion Hampton is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Gus Edwards is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Gus Edwards (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Omarion Hampton (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Omarion Hampton outscored Gus Edwards by a projected 107 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Gus Edwards played 13 games in 2025 compared to Omarion Hampton's 9. That durability gap means Gus Edwards contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Omarion Hampton scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Omarion Hampton caught 32 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Gus Edwards vs Omarion Hampton: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Gus Edwards	Omarion Hampton
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.0	13.3
Games Played	13	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	91	120
Rushing Yards	468	545
Rush Yds/Game	36.0	60.6
Rushing TDs	4	4
Receptions	10	32
Receiving Yards	62	192
Targets	0	35
Total TDs	4	5
Age	-	23
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 7

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Omarion Hampton at 13.3 PPG, 6.3 points per game above Gus Edwards's 7.0. 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 Gus Edwards or Omarion Hampton in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Omarion Hampton has the edge at 13.3 PPG compared to Gus Edwards's 7.0 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 Gus Edwards and Omarion Hampton average in 2025?▾

Gus Edwards averaged 7.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 6.3 points per game.

When are Gus Edwards and Omarion Hampton's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Gus Edwards (LAC) has a bye in Week 5, and Omarion Hampton (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Gus Edwards or Omarion Hampton a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Omarion Hampton outscored Gus Edwards 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.