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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Kenneth Walker III vs Rhamondre StevensonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Rhamondre Stevenson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.6 PPG to Kenneth Walker III's 10.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Rhamondre Stevenson is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Rhamondre Stevenson and Kenneth Walker III are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.2-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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RBSeattle Seahawks#29

Kenneth Walker III

PPG

10.4

Games

Rush Yds

1,027

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

282

Bye

Week 11

RBNew England Patriots#22PPG LEADER

Rhamondre Stevenson

PPG

11.6

Games

Rush Yds

603

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

345

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Kenneth Walker III

Rhamondre Stevenson

Head to Head

10.4 PPG11.6 PPG

17 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Kenneth Walker III: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #29 at the position). Rhamondre Stevenson: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #22 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Kenneth Walker III is producing at 47% of elite pace and Rhamondre Stevenson at 53%. That ranking gap means Rhamondre Stevenson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Kenneth Walker III vs Rhamondre Stevenson: The Full Breakdown

Kenneth Walker III (10.4 PPG) and Rhamondre Stevenson (11.6 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two running backs are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Kenneth Walker III played 17 games for the Seattle Seahawks; Rhamondre Stevenson suited up 14 times for the New England Patriots.

A 1.2-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Kenneth Walker III ran for 1027 yards and 5 touchdowns; Rhamondre Stevenson posted 603 and 7. 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

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: Kenneth Walker III (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Rhamondre Stevenson (age 28, 4 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Rhamondre Stevenson outscored Kenneth Walker III by a projected 20 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kenneth Walker III played 17 games in 2025 compared to Rhamondre Stevenson's 14. That durability gap means Kenneth Walker III contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Rhamondre Stevenson scored 9 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Rhamondre Stevenson caught 32 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 Rhamondre Stevenson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kenneth Walker III	Rhamondre Stevenson
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.4	11.6
Games Played	17	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	177	162
Rushing Yards	1,027	603
Rush Yds/Game	60.4	43.1
Rushing TDs	5	7
Receptions	31	32
Receiving Yards	282	345
Targets	36	37
Total TDs	5	9
Age	25	28
Experience	3 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Rhamondre Stevenson at 11.6 PPG, 1.2 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 Rhamondre Stevenson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Rhamondre Stevenson has the edge at 11.6 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 Rhamondre Stevenson average in 2025?▾

Kenneth Walker III averaged 10.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Rhamondre Stevenson averaged 11.6 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 1.2 points per game.

Do Kenneth Walker III and Rhamondre Stevenson share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Kenneth Walker III and Rhamondre Stevenson 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 Rhamondre Stevenson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Rhamondre Stevenson outscored Kenneth Walker III by 1.2 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.