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Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

Jake Ferguson or Omarion HamptonWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Omarion Hampton over Jake Ferguson in 2026.

Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 PPG in 2025 to Jake Ferguson's 8.7, a 4.6 point per game edge. Hampton posted that edge in only 9 games, so the per-game ceiling is real but watch his availability. Omarion Hampton is Tier 4 among running backs, Jake Ferguson is Tier 2 among tight ends.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Omarion Hampton (13.3 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Jake Ferguson (8.7 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

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

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TEDallas Cowboys#14

Jake Ferguson

PPG

8.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

600

Rec TDs

Targets

102

Bye

Week 14

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

Jake Ferguson

Omarion Hampton

Head to Head

8.7 PPG13.3 PPG

17 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Jake Ferguson: Tier 2 (Flex/Starter) TE (ranked #14 at the position). Omarion Hampton: Tier 4 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #15 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 2 (Flex/Starter) TE is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 4 (Flex/Starter) RB in most league formats.

Jake Ferguson vs Omarion Hampton: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Jake Ferguson (TE, Dallas Cowboys) against Omarion Hampton (RB, Los Angeles Chargers) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Jake Ferguson averaged 8.7 PPG in 2025 over 17 games, while Omarion Hampton posted 13.3 PPG across 9 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

Jake Ferguson has his bye in Week 14, Omarion Hampton in Week 7. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire Omarion Hampton at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Jake Ferguson is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Jake Ferguson (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value. Omarion Hampton (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Omarion Hampton outscored Jake Ferguson by a projected 78 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jake Ferguson played 17 games in 2025 compared to Omarion Hampton's 9. That durability gap means Jake Ferguson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jake Ferguson scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
•Jake Ferguson saw 102 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the tight end position.
•Omarion Hampton is 4 years younger than Jake Ferguson (23 vs 27), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jake Ferguson vs Omarion Hampton: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jake Ferguson	Omarion Hampton
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.7	13.3
Games Played	17	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	148	120
Rushing Yards	1	545
Rush Yds/Game	0.1	60.6
Rushing TDs	0	4
Receptions	82	32
Receiving Yards	600	192
Targets	102	35
Total TDs	8	5
Age	27	23
Experience	3 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 7

Summary

Omarion Hampton outscored Jake Ferguson by 4.6 PPG in 2025 (13.3 to 8.7). 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 Jake Ferguson or Omarion Hampton in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Omarion Hampton has the edge at 13.3 PPG compared to Jake Ferguson's 8.7 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.

Should I draft Jake Ferguson or Omarion Hampton in 2026 fantasy football?▾

They come off the board at different positions, so weigh Omarion Hampton's 13.3 fantasy points per game against Jake Ferguson's 8.7 and what your roster still needs at TE. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did Jake Ferguson and Omarion Hampton average in 2025?▾

Jake Ferguson averaged 8.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 4.6 points per game.

When are Jake Ferguson and Omarion Hampton's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jake Ferguson (DAL) has a bye in Week 14, and Omarion Hampton (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.