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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Kenneth Walker III vs Zach CharbonnetWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Zach Charbonnet is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.7 PPG to Kenneth Walker III's 10.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Zach Charbonnet is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Zach Charbonnet edges Kenneth Walker III by 0.3 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Zach Charbonnet goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

RBSeattle Seahawks#28PPG LEADER

Zach Charbonnet

PPG

10.7

Games

Rush Yds

730

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

144

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Kenneth Walker III

Zach Charbonnet

Head to Head

10.4 PPG10.7 PPG

17 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Kenneth Walker III: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #29 at the position). Zach Charbonnet: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #28 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Kenneth Walker III is producing at 47% of elite pace and Zach Charbonnet at 49%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Kenneth Walker III vs Zach Charbonnet: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Kenneth Walker III finished the 2025 season at 10.4 PPG over 17 games with the Seattle Seahawks, while Zach Charbonnet clocked in at 10.7 across 16 appearances for the Seattle Seahawks. A 0.3-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. Kenneth Walker III ran for 1027 yards and 5 touchdowns; Zach Charbonnet posted 730 and 12. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 11 bye. That means you need a backup plan at running back for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

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. Zach Charbonnet (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Zach Charbonnet outscored Kenneth Walker III by a projected 5 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kenneth Walker III played 17 games in 2025 compared to Zach Charbonnet's 16. That durability gap means Kenneth Walker III contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Zach Charbonnet scored 12 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 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.
•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 Zach Charbonnet: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kenneth Walker III	Zach Charbonnet
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.4	10.7
Games Played	17	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	177	171
Rushing Yards	1,027	730
Rush Yds/Game	60.4	45.6
Rushing TDs	5	12
Receptions	31	20
Receiving Yards	282	144
Targets	36	24
Total TDs	5	12
Age	25	25
Experience	3 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 11

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Zach Charbonnet holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 10.7 points per game. Kenneth Walker III averaged 10.4 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Kenneth Walker III or Zach Charbonnet in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Zach Charbonnet has the edge at 10.7 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 Zach Charbonnet average in 2025?▾

Kenneth Walker III averaged 10.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Zach Charbonnet averaged 10.7 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 0.3 points per game.

Do Kenneth Walker III and Zach Charbonnet share a bye week?▾

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

Zach Charbonnet outscored Kenneth Walker III by 0.3 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.