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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jaylen Warren vs Omarion HamptonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.3 PPG to Jaylen Warren's 12.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Omarion Hampton edges Jaylen Warren by 1.0 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Omarion Hampton goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBPittsburgh Steelers#18

Jaylen Warren

PPG

12.3

Games

Rush Yds

958

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

333

Bye

Week 9

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

Jaylen Warren

Omarion Hampton

Head to Head

12.3 PPG13.3 PPG

16 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Jaylen Warren: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #18 at the position). Omarion Hampton: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #15 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Jaylen Warren is producing at 56% of elite pace and Omarion Hampton at 60%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Jaylen Warren vs Omarion Hampton: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Jaylen Warren and Omarion Hampton is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 1.0 PPG in 2025, this is one of those running back decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Jaylen Warren averaged 12.3 PPG with the Pittsburgh Steelers across 16 games, and Omarion Hampton posted 13.3 with the Los Angeles Chargers in 9.

When two running backs are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Jaylen Warren is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 40 targets into 333 yards, while Omarion Hampton profiles as a more traditional rusher with 545 rushing yards and 4 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Jaylen Warren carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

Jaylen Warren has his bye in Week 9, 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: Jaylen Warren (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 Jaylen Warren by a projected 17 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jaylen Warren played 16 games in 2025 compared to Omarion Hampton's 9. That durability gap means Jaylen Warren contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jaylen Warren scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Jaylen Warren caught 40 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Omarion Hampton is 4 years younger than Jaylen Warren (23 vs 27), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jaylen Warren vs Omarion Hampton: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jaylen Warren	Omarion Hampton
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.3	13.3
Games Played	16	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	197	120
Rushing Yards	958	545
Rush Yds/Game	59.9	60.6
Rushing TDs	6	4
Receptions	40	32
Receiving Yards	333	192
Targets	45	35
Total TDs	8	5
Age	27	23
Experience	3 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 7

Summary

Omarion Hampton outscored Jaylen Warren by 1.0 PPG in 2025 (13.3 to 12.3). 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 Jaylen Warren or Omarion Hampton in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Omarion Hampton has the edge at 13.3 PPG compared to Jaylen Warren's 12.3 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 Jaylen Warren and Omarion Hampton average in 2025?▾

Jaylen Warren averaged 12.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 1.0 points per game.

When are Jaylen Warren and Omarion Hampton's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jaylen Warren (PIT) has a bye in Week 9, and Omarion Hampton (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jaylen Warren or Omarion Hampton a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Omarion Hampton outscored Jaylen Warren by 1.0 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.