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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Kareem Hunt vs Ray DavisWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Kareem Hunt is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.0 PPG to Ray Davis's 7.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Kareem Hunt is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Kareem Hunt and Ray Davis are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.2-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

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RBKansas City Chiefs#39PPG LEADER

Kareem Hunt

PPG

8.0

Games

Rush Yds

611

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

143

Bye

Week 5

RBBuffalo Bills#99

Ray Davis

PPG

7.8

Games

Rush Yds

425

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

168

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Kareem Hunt

Ray Davis

Head to Head

8.0 PPG7.8 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Kareem Hunt: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #39 at the position). Ray Davis: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Kareem Hunt is producing at 36% of elite pace and Ray Davis at 35%. That ranking gap means Kareem Hunt carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Kareem Hunt vs Ray Davis: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Kareem Hunt finished the 2025 season at 8.0 PPG over 17 games with the Kansas City Chiefs, while Ray Davis clocked in at 7.8 across 15 appearances for the Buffalo Bills. A 0.2-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Kareem Hunt ran for 611 yards and 8 touchdowns; Ray Davis posted 425 and 3. 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: Kareem Hunt is off Week 5 and Ray Davis Week 12. 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

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: Kareem Hunt (age 30, 8 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. Ray Davis (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Kareem Hunt outscored Ray Davis by a projected 3 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kareem Hunt played 17 games in 2025 compared to Ray Davis's 15. That durability gap means Kareem Hunt contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Kareem Hunt scored 9 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Kareem Hunt vs Ray Davis: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kareem Hunt	Ray Davis
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.0	7.8
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	136	117
Rushing Yards	611	425
Rush Yds/Game	35.9	28.3
Rushing TDs	8	3
Receptions	18	22
Receiving Yards	143	168
Targets	25	0
Total TDs	9	4
Age	30	-
Experience	8 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 5	Week 12

Summary

8.0 PPG for Kareem Hunt versus 7.8 for Ray Davis in 2025. The baseline favors Kareem Hunt, 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 Kareem Hunt or Ray Davis in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kareem Hunt has the edge at 8.0 PPG compared to Ray Davis's 7.8 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 Kareem Hunt and Ray Davis average in 2025?▾

Kareem Hunt averaged 8.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Ray Davis averaged 7.8 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.2 points per game.

When are Kareem Hunt and Ray Davis's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Kareem Hunt (KC) has a bye in Week 5, and Ray Davis (BUF) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Kareem Hunt or Ray Davis a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Kareem Hunt outscored Ray Davis by 0.2 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.