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Kimani Vidal vs Raheim Sanders

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

RBLos Angeles ChargersPPG LEADER
Kimani Vidal
PPG
8.5
Games
13
Rush Yds
643
Rush TDs
3
Rec
16
Rec Yds
136
Bye
Week 5
RBCleveland Browns
Raheim Sanders
PPG
4.7
Games
4
Rush Yds
92
Rush TDs
1
Rec
3
Rec Yds
21
Bye
Week 10

Head to Head

8.5 PPG4.7 PPG
13 GP4 GP
Bye: Week 5Bye: Week 10

Kimani Vidal vs Raheim Sanders: Who Should You Start?

If you are choosing between Kimani Vidal and Raheim Sanders for your lineup, you are not alone. Kimani Vidal finished the 2025 season at 8.5 PPG for the Los Angeles Chargers (13 games), and Raheim Sanders averaged 4.7 for the Cleveland Browns (4 games).

That 3.8-point weekly advantage for Kimani Vidal 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. Kimani Vidal ran for 643 yards and 3 touchdowns; Raheim Sanders posted 92 and 1. 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: Kimani Vidal is off Week 5 and Raheim Sanders Week 10. 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.

The Bottom Line

The 2025 numbers favor Kimani Vidal at 8.5 PPG, 3.8 points per game above Raheim Sanders's 4.7. 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 Kimani Vidal or Raheim Sanders in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Kimani Vidal has the edge at 8.5 PPG compared to Raheim Sanders's 4.7 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 Kimani Vidal and Raheim Sanders average in 2025?

Kimani Vidal averaged 8.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Raheim Sanders averaged 4.7 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 3.8 points per game.

When are Kimani Vidal and Raheim Sanders's bye weeks in 2026?

Kimani Vidal (LAC) has a bye in Week 5, and Raheim Sanders (CLE) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Kimani Vidal or Raheim Sanders a better fantasy running back in 2026?

Kimani Vidal outscored Raheim Sanders by 3.8 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.