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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Javonte Williams vs Samaje PerineWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Javonte Williams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.1 PPG to Samaje Perine's 6.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Javonte Williams is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Javonte Williams outscored Samaje Perine by 7.6 PPG in 2025 with 13 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Javonte Williams is the clear pick. Samaje Perine 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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RBDallas Cowboys#12PPG LEADER

Javonte Williams

PPG

14.1

Games

Rush Yds

1,201

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

137

Bye

Week 14

RBKansas City Chiefs#99

Samaje Perine

PPG

6.5

Games

Rush Yds

285

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

182

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Javonte Williams

Samaje Perine

Head to Head

14.1 PPG6.5 PPG

16 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Javonte Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #12 at the position). Samaje Perine: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Javonte Williams is producing at 64% of elite pace and Samaje Perine at 30%. That ranking gap means Javonte Williams carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Javonte Williams vs Samaje Perine: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Javonte Williams (Dallas Cowboys) averaged 14.1 PPG over 16 games in 2025, outscoring Samaje Perine (Kansas City Chiefs, 6.5 PPG) by 7.6 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

The per-game difference of 7.6 points favors Javonte Williams, 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. Javonte Williams ran for 1201 yards and 11 touchdowns; Samaje Perine posted 285 and 2. 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: Javonte Williams is off Week 14 and Samaje Perine Week 6. 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

Javonte Williams is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Samaje Perine is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Javonte Williams (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Samaje Perine (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Javonte Williams outscored Samaje Perine by a projected 129 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Javonte Williams played 16 games in 2025 compared to Samaje Perine's 15. That durability gap means Javonte Williams contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Javonte Williams scored 13 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Javonte Williams caught 35 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Javonte Williams vs Samaje Perine: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Javonte Williams	Samaje Perine
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.1	6.5
Games Played	16	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	226	98
Rushing Yards	1,201	285
Rush Yds/Game	75.1	19.0
Rushing TDs	11	2
Receptions	35	24
Receiving Yards	137	182
Targets	51	0
Total TDs	13	3
Age	26	-
Experience	4 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 6

Summary

14.1 PPG for Javonte Williams versus 6.5 for Samaje Perine in 2025. The baseline favors Javonte Williams, 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 Javonte Williams or Samaje Perine in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Javonte Williams has the edge at 14.1 PPG compared to Samaje Perine's 6.5 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 Javonte Williams and Samaje Perine average in 2025?▾

Javonte Williams averaged 14.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Samaje Perine averaged 6.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 7.6 points per game.

When are Javonte Williams and Samaje Perine's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Javonte Williams (DAL) has a bye in Week 14, and Samaje Perine (KC) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Javonte Williams or Samaje Perine a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Javonte Williams outscored Samaje Perine by 7.6 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.