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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Kenneth Walker III vs Kyren WilliamsWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Kyren Williams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.4 PPG to Kenneth Walker III's 10.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Kyren Williams is the better fantasy play this season.

Kyren Williams is the better play on a neutral week. 14.4 PPG with 1,533 yards gives a reliable baseline. Kenneth Walker III at 10.4 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Kyren Williams higher, but do not fade Kenneth Walker III entirely.

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

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RBSeattle Seahawks#29

Kenneth Walker III

PPG

10.4

Games

Rush Yds

1,027

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

282

Bye

Week 11

RBLos Angeles Rams#11PPG LEADER

Kyren Williams

PPG

14.4

Games

Rush Yds

1,252

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

281

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Kenneth Walker III

Kyren Williams

Head to Head

10.4 PPG14.4 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Kenneth Walker III: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #29 at the position). Kyren Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #11 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Kenneth Walker III is producing at 47% of elite pace and Kyren Williams at 65%. That ranking gap means Kyren Williams carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Kenneth Walker III vs Kyren Williams: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Kenneth Walker III and Kyren Williams 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 Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 for the Los Angeles Rams (17 games).

That 4.0-point weekly advantage for Kyren Williams 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; Kyren Williams posted 1252 and 10. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Both share a Week 11 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking running backs this deep on your bench, plan your replacement running back early.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Kyren Williams is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Kenneth Walker III 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. Kyren Williams (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Kyren Williams outscored Kenneth Walker III by a projected 68 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyren Williams scored 13 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Kyren Williams caught 36 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Both players share a Week 11 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Kenneth Walker III vs Kyren Williams: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kenneth Walker III	Kyren Williams
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.4	14.4
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	177	245
Rushing Yards	1,027	1,252
Rush Yds/Game	60.4	73.6
Rushing TDs	5	10
Receptions	31	36
Receiving Yards	282	281
Targets	36	50
Total TDs	5	13
Age	25	25
Experience	3 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Kyren Williams at 14.4 PPG, 4.0 points per game above Kenneth Walker III's 10.4. 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 Kyren Williams in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kyren Williams has the edge at 14.4 PPG compared to Kenneth Walker III's 10.4 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 Kyren Williams average in 2025?▾

Kenneth Walker III averaged 10.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 4.0 points per game.

Do Kenneth Walker III and Kyren Williams share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Kenneth Walker III and Kyren Williams share a Week 11 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is Kenneth Walker III or Kyren Williams a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Kyren Williams outscored Kenneth Walker III by 4.0 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.