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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Kimani Vidal vs Tony PollardWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tony Pollard is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.0 PPG to Kimani Vidal's 9.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tony Pollard is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Tony Pollard and Kimani Vidal are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.8-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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RBLos Angeles Chargers#32

Kimani Vidal

PPG

9.2

Games

Rush Yds

643

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

136

Bye

Week 7

RBTennessee Titans#30PPG LEADER

Tony Pollard

PPG

10.0

Games

Rush Yds

1,082

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

206

Bye

Week 9

The Edge Chart

Kimani Vidal

Tony Pollard

Head to Head

9.2 PPG10.0 PPG

12 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

Kimani Vidal: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #32 at the position). Tony Pollard: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #30 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Kimani Vidal is producing at 42% of elite pace and Tony Pollard at 45%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Kimani Vidal vs Tony Pollard: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Kimani Vidal finished the 2025 season at 9.2 PPG over 12 games with the Los Angeles Chargers, while Tony Pollard clocked in at 10.0 across 17 appearances for the Tennessee Titans. A 0.8-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. Kimani Vidal ran for 643 yards and 3 touchdowns; Tony Pollard posted 1082 and 5. 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 7 and Tony Pollard Week 9. 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

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. Tony Pollard (age 29, 6 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Tony Pollard outscored Kimani Vidal by a projected 14 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tony Pollard played 17 games in 2025 compared to Kimani Vidal's 12. That durability gap means Tony Pollard contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Tony Pollard scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Tony Pollard caught 33 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Kimani Vidal is 5 years younger than Tony Pollard (24 vs 29), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Kimani Vidal vs Tony Pollard: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kimani Vidal	Tony Pollard
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.2	10.0
Games Played	12	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	110	170
Rushing Yards	643	1,082
Rush Yds/Game	53.6	63.6
Rushing TDs	3	5
Receptions	16	33
Receiving Yards	136	206
Targets	22	41
Total TDs	4	5
Age	24	29
Experience	1 yrs	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 9

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Tony Pollard at 10.0 PPG, 0.8 points per game above Kimani Vidal's 9.2. 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 Tony Pollard in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tony Pollard has the edge at 10.0 PPG compared to Kimani Vidal's 9.2 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 Kimani Vidal and Tony Pollard average in 2025?▾

Kimani Vidal averaged 9.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Tony Pollard averaged 10.0 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.8 points per game.

When are Kimani Vidal and Tony Pollard's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Kimani Vidal (LAC) has a bye in Week 7, and Tony Pollard (TEN) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Kimani Vidal or Tony Pollard a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Tony Pollard outscored Kimani Vidal by 0.8 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.