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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Kenneth Walker III vs Khalil HerbertWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Kenneth Walker III is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.4 PPG to Khalil Herbert's 5.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Kenneth Walker III is the better fantasy play this season.

Kenneth Walker III is the better play on a neutral week. 10.4 PPG with 1,309 yards gives a reliable baseline. Khalil Herbert at 5.8 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Kenneth Walker III higher, but do not fade Khalil Herbert entirely.

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

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RBSeattle Seahawks#29PPG LEADER

Kenneth Walker III

PPG

10.4

Games

Rush Yds

1,027

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

282

Bye

Week 11

RBCincinnati Bengals#99

Khalil Herbert

PPG

5.8

Games

Rush Yds

248

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Kenneth Walker III

Khalil Herbert

Head to Head

10.4 PPG5.8 PPG

17 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Kenneth Walker III: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #29 at the position). Khalil Herbert: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Kenneth Walker III is producing at 47% of elite pace and Khalil Herbert at 26%. That ranking gap means Kenneth Walker III carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Kenneth Walker III vs Khalil Herbert: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Kenneth Walker III and Khalil Herbert for your lineup, you are not alone. Kenneth Walker III finished the 2025 season at 10.4 PPG for the Seattle Seahawks (17 games), and Khalil Herbert averaged 5.8 for the Cincinnati Bengals (12 games).

That 4.6-point weekly advantage for Kenneth Walker III is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Kenneth Walker III ran for 1027 yards and 5 touchdowns; Khalil Herbert posted 248 and 2. 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: Kenneth Walker III sits Week 11 while Khalil Herbert is off Week 12. 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

Kenneth Walker III is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Khalil Herbert is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Kenneth Walker III (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Khalil Herbert (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Kenneth Walker III outscored Khalil Herbert by a projected 78 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kenneth Walker III played 17 games in 2025 compared to Khalil Herbert's 12. That durability gap means Kenneth Walker III contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Kenneth Walker III scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Kenneth Walker III caught 31 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Kenneth Walker III vs Khalil Herbert: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kenneth Walker III	Khalil Herbert
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.4	5.8
Games Played	17	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	177	70
Rushing Yards	1,027	248
Rush Yds/Game	60.4	20.7
Rushing TDs	5	2
Receptions	31	12
Receiving Yards	282	85
Targets	36	0
Total TDs	5	2
Age	25	-
Experience	3 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 12

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Kenneth Walker III at 10.4 PPG, 4.6 points per game above Khalil Herbert's 5.8. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Kenneth Walker III or Khalil Herbert in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kenneth Walker III has the edge at 10.4 PPG compared to Khalil Herbert's 5.8 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 Kenneth Walker III and Khalil Herbert average in 2025?▾

Kenneth Walker III averaged 10.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Khalil Herbert averaged 5.8 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 4.6 points per game.

When are Kenneth Walker III and Khalil Herbert's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Kenneth Walker III (SEA) has a bye in Week 11, and Khalil Herbert (CIN) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Kenneth Walker III or Khalil Herbert a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Kenneth Walker III outscored Khalil Herbert by 4.6 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.