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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jahmyr Gibbs vs Kyren WilliamsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jahmyr Gibbs is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 19.3 PPG to Kyren Williams's 14.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jahmyr Gibbs is the better fantasy play this season.

Jahmyr Gibbs is the better play on a neutral week. 19.3 PPG with 1,839 yards gives a reliable baseline. Kyren Williams at 14.4 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Jahmyr Gibbs higher, but do not fade Kyren Williams entirely.

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

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RBDetroit Lions#4PPG LEADER

Jahmyr Gibbs

PPG

19.3

Games

Rush Yds

1,223

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

616

Bye

Week 6

RBLos Angeles Rams#11

Kyren Williams

PPG

14.4

Games

Rush Yds

1,252

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

281

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Jahmyr Gibbs

Kyren Williams

Head to Head

19.3 PPG14.4 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Jahmyr Gibbs: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #4 at the position). Kyren Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #11 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Jahmyr Gibbs is producing at 88% of elite pace and Kyren Williams at 65%. That ranking gap means Jahmyr Gibbs carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jahmyr Gibbs vs Kyren Williams: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Jahmyr Gibbs and Kyren Williams is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Detroit Lions running back put up 19.3 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Kyren Williams of the Los Angeles Rams averaged 14.4 in 17. A 4.9-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 4.9 points favors Jahmyr Gibbs, 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.

Jahmyr Gibbs is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 77 targets into 616 yards, while Kyren Williams profiles as a more traditional rusher with 1252 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Jahmyr Gibbs carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Jahmyr Gibbs sits Week 6 while Kyren Williams is off Week 11. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Jahmyr Gibbs is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Kyren Williams is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Jahmyr Gibbs (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Kyren Williams (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Jahmyr Gibbs outscored Kyren Williams by a projected 83 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jahmyr Gibbs scored 18 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.1 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Jahmyr Gibbs caught 77 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jahmyr Gibbs vs Kyren Williams: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jahmyr Gibbs	Kyren Williams
PPG (Half-PPR)	19.3	14.4
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	328	245
Rushing Yards	1,223	1,252
Rush Yds/Game	71.9	73.6
Rushing TDs	13	10
Receptions	77	36
Receiving Yards	616	281
Targets	94	50
Total TDs	18	13
Age	24	25
Experience	2 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 11

Summary

19.3 PPG for Jahmyr Gibbs versus 14.4 for Kyren Williams in 2025. The baseline favors Jahmyr Gibbs, 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 Jahmyr Gibbs or Kyren Williams in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jahmyr Gibbs has the edge at 19.3 PPG compared to Kyren Williams's 14.4 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 Jahmyr Gibbs and Kyren Williams average in 2025?▾

Jahmyr Gibbs averaged 19.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 4.9 points per game.

When are Jahmyr Gibbs and Kyren Williams's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jahmyr Gibbs (DET) has a bye in Week 6, and Kyren Williams (LAR) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jahmyr Gibbs or Kyren Williams a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Jahmyr Gibbs outscored Kyren Williams by 4.9 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.