Head to Head

Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jordan Mason vs Omarion HamptonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.3 PPG to Jordan Mason's 7.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy play this season.

Omarion Hampton is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 13.3 PPG and 737 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Jordan Mason (7.6 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Omarion Hampton as the starter and Jordan Mason as depth.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

Want this verdict updated live on Sunday?

Track Jordan Mason and Omarion Hampton in the DraftCall app and get their updates the moment they change.

Get the App

RBMinnesota Vikings#42

Jordan Mason

PPG

7.6

Games

Rush Yds

758

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 6

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

Jordan Mason

Omarion Hampton

Head to Head

7.6 PPG13.3 PPG

16 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Jordan Mason: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #42 at the position). Omarion Hampton: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #15 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Jordan Mason is producing at 35% 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.

Jordan Mason vs Omarion Hampton: The Full Breakdown

Two running backs who will land on plenty of the same rosters in 2026. Jordan Mason (Minnesota Vikings) finished the 2025 season averaging 7.6 fantasy points per game in 16 games. Omarion Hampton (Los Angeles Chargers) came in at 13.3 PPG over 9 games. The gap is real but not insurmountable with the right matchup.

Omarion Hampton carries a 5.7-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Jordan Mason ran for 758 yards and 6 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.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Jordan Mason sits Week 6 while Omarion Hampton is off Week 7. 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

If you can acquire Omarion Hampton at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Jordan Mason is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Jordan Mason (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 Jordan Mason by a projected 97 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jordan Mason played 16 games in 2025 compared to Omarion Hampton's 9. That durability gap means Jordan Mason contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jordan Mason 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.
•Omarion Hampton is 4 years younger than Jordan Mason (23 vs 27), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jordan Mason vs Omarion Hampton: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jordan Mason	Omarion Hampton
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.6	13.3
Games Played	16	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	122	120
Rushing Yards	758	545
Rush Yds/Game	47.4	60.6
Rushing TDs	6	4
Receptions	14	32
Receiving Yards	51	192
Targets	16	35
Total TDs	6	5
Age	27	23
Experience	3 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 7

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Omarion Hampton holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 13.3 points per game. Jordan Mason averaged 7.6 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

Website vs App

Get the AI verdict on Jordan Mason vs Omarion Hampton

DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality, recent trends, injury impact, and game script to give you a clear start/sit recommendation.

See everything in the app →

Launch List

Get the live verdict on Jordan Mason vs Omarion Hampton

The DraftCall app delivers live game-day verdicts on every matchup. Join the launch list and we will email you the day it goes live for the 2026 NFL season, with your direct iOS and Android install links.

We will never share your email. Unsubscribe anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Jordan Mason or Omarion Hampton in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Omarion Hampton has the edge at 13.3 PPG compared to Jordan Mason's 7.6 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 Jordan Mason and Omarion Hampton average in 2025?▾

Jordan Mason averaged 7.6 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 5.7 points per game.

When are Jordan Mason and Omarion Hampton's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jordan Mason (MIN) has a bye in Week 6, and Omarion Hampton (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jordan Mason or Omarion Hampton a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Omarion Hampton outscored Jordan Mason by 5.7 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.