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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Kimani Vidal vs Roschon JohnsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Kimani Vidal is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.2 PPG to Roschon Johnson's 8.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Kimani Vidal is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Kimani Vidal edges Roschon Johnson by 1.1 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, Kimani Vidal 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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RBLos Angeles Chargers#32PPG LEADER

Kimani Vidal

PPG

9.2

Games

Rush Yds

643

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

136

Bye

Week 7

RBChicago Bears#99

Roschon Johnson

PPG

8.1

Games

Rush Yds

445

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

168

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Kimani Vidal

Roschon Johnson

Head to Head

9.2 PPG8.1 PPG

12 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Kimani Vidal: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #32 at the position). Roschon Johnson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Kimani Vidal is producing at 42% of elite pace and Roschon Johnson at 37%. That ranking gap means Kimani Vidal carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Kimani Vidal vs Roschon Johnson: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Kimani Vidal and Roschon Johnson is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 1.1 PPG in 2025, this is one of those running back decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Kimani Vidal averaged 9.2 PPG with the Los Angeles Chargers across 12 games, and Roschon Johnson posted 8.1 with the Chicago Bears in 14.

When two running backs are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Kimani Vidal ran for 643 yards and 3 touchdowns; Roschon Johnson posted 445 and 4. 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 7 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: Kimani Vidal (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Roschon Johnson (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Kimani Vidal outscored Roschon Johnson by a projected 19 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Roschon Johnson played 14 games in 2025 compared to Kimani Vidal's 12. That durability gap means Roschon Johnson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Roschon Johnson scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Both players share a Week 7 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Kimani Vidal vs Roschon Johnson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kimani Vidal	Roschon Johnson
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.2	8.1
Games Played	12	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	110	113
Rushing Yards	643	445
Rush Yds/Game	53.6	31.8
Rushing TDs	3	4
Receptions	16	22
Receiving Yards	136	168
Targets	22	0
Total TDs	4	5
Age	24	-
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 7

Summary

Kimani Vidal outscored Roschon Johnson by 1.1 PPG in 2025 (9.2 to 8.1). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Kimani Vidal or Roschon Johnson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kimani Vidal has the edge at 9.2 PPG compared to Roschon Johnson's 8.1 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 Roschon Johnson average in 2025?▾

Kimani Vidal averaged 9.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Roschon Johnson averaged 8.1 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 1.1 points per game.

Do Kimani Vidal and Roschon Johnson share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Kimani Vidal and Roschon Johnson share a Week 7 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is Kimani Vidal or Roschon Johnson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Kimani Vidal outscored Roschon Johnson by 1.1 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.