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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Kenneth Walker III vs Trey BensonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Kenneth Walker III is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.4 PPG to Trey Benson's 7.2 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. Trey Benson at 7.2 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 Trey Benson 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

RBArizona Cardinals#46

Trey Benson

PPG

7.2

Games

Rush Yds

160

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Kenneth Walker III

Trey Benson

Head to Head

10.4 PPG7.2 PPG

17 GP4 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Kenneth Walker III: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #29 at the position). Trey Benson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #46 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Kenneth Walker III is producing at 47% of elite pace and Trey Benson at 33%. That ranking gap means Kenneth Walker III carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Kenneth Walker III vs Trey Benson: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Kenneth Walker III and Trey Benson is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Seattle Seahawks running back put up 10.4 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Trey Benson of the Arizona Cardinals averaged 7.2 in 4. A 3.2-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 3.2 points favors Kenneth Walker III, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Kenneth Walker III ran for 1027 yards and 5 touchdowns; Trey Benson posted 160 and undefined. 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: Kenneth Walker III is off Week 11 and Trey Benson Week 14. 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

Kenneth Walker III is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Trey Benson 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. Trey Benson (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Kenneth Walker III outscored Trey Benson by a projected 54 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kenneth Walker III played 17 games in 2025 compared to Trey Benson's 4. That durability gap means Kenneth Walker III contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•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 Trey Benson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kenneth Walker III	Trey Benson
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.4	7.2
Games Played	17	4
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	177	29
Rushing Yards	1,027	160
Rush Yds/Game	60.4	40.0
Rushing TDs	5	0
Receptions	31	13
Receiving Yards	282	64
Targets	36	16
Total TDs	5	0
Age	25	23
Experience	3 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 14

Summary

10.4 PPG for Kenneth Walker III versus 7.2 for Trey Benson in 2025. The baseline favors Kenneth Walker III, 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 Kenneth Walker III or Trey Benson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kenneth Walker III has the edge at 10.4 PPG compared to Trey Benson's 7.2 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 Trey Benson average in 2025?▾

Kenneth Walker III averaged 10.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Trey Benson averaged 7.2 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 3.2 points per game.

When are Kenneth Walker III and Trey Benson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Kenneth Walker III (SEA) has a bye in Week 11, and Trey Benson (ARI) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Kenneth Walker III or Trey Benson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Kenneth Walker III outscored Trey Benson by 3.2 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.