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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

James Conner vs Omarion HamptonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.3 PPG to James Conner's 11.0 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy play this season.

Omarion Hampton is the better play on a neutral week. 13.3 PPG with 737 yards gives a reliable baseline. James Conner at 11.0 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Omarion Hampton higher, but do not fade James Conner entirely.

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

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RBArizona Cardinals#99

James Conner

PPG

11.0

Games

Rush Yds

752

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

218

Bye

Week 11

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

James Conner

Omarion Hampton

Head to Head

11.0 PPG13.3 PPG

14 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

James Conner: 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, James Conner is producing at 50% 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.

James Conner vs Omarion Hampton: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between James Conner and Omarion Hampton is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Arizona Cardinals running back put up 11.0 PPG in 2025 over 14 games; Omarion Hampton of the Los Angeles Chargers averaged 13.3 in 9. A 2.3-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.3 points favors Omarion Hampton, 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.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. James Conner ran for 752 yards and 5 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.

James Conner has his bye in Week 11, and Omarion Hampton rests in Week 7. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

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: James Conner (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 James Conner by a projected 39 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•James Conner played 14 games in 2025 compared to Omarion Hampton's 9. That durability gap means James Conner contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•James Conner scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 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

James Conner vs Omarion Hampton: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	James Conner	Omarion Hampton
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.0	13.3
Games Played	14	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	154	120
Rushing Yards	752	545
Rush Yds/Game	53.7	60.6
Rushing TDs	5	4
Receptions	28	32
Receiving Yards	218	192
Targets	0	35
Total TDs	6	5
Age	-	23
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 7

Summary

13.3 PPG for Omarion Hampton versus 11.0 for James Conner in 2025. The baseline favors Omarion Hampton, 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 James Conner or Omarion Hampton in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Omarion Hampton has the edge at 13.3 PPG compared to James Conner's 11.0 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 James Conner and Omarion Hampton average in 2025?▾

James Conner averaged 11.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 14 games in 2025. Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 2.3 points per game.

When are James Conner and Omarion Hampton's bye weeks in 2026?▾

James Conner (ARI) has a bye in Week 11, and Omarion Hampton (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is James Conner or Omarion Hampton a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Omarion Hampton outscored James Conner by 2.3 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.