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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Kimani Vidal vs Ty ChandlerWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Kimani Vidal is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.2 PPG to Ty Chandler's 5.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Kimani Vidal is the better fantasy play this season.

Kimani Vidal is the better play on a neutral week. 9.2 PPG with 779 yards gives a reliable baseline. Ty Chandler at 5.9 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Kimani Vidal higher, but do not fade Ty Chandler entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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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

RBMinnesota Vikings#99

Ty Chandler

PPG

5.9

Games

Rush Yds

265

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

135

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Kimani Vidal

Ty Chandler

Head to Head

9.2 PPG5.9 PPG

12 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Kimani Vidal: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #32 at the position). Ty Chandler: 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 Ty Chandler at 27%. That ranking gap means Kimani Vidal carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Kimani Vidal vs Ty Chandler: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Kimani Vidal and Ty Chandler for your lineup, you are not alone. Kimani Vidal finished the 2025 season at 9.2 PPG for the Los Angeles Chargers (12 games), and Ty Chandler averaged 5.9 for the Minnesota Vikings (14 games).

That 3.3-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; Ty Chandler posted 265 and 2. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Kimani Vidal sits Week 7 while Ty Chandler is off Week 6. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Kimani Vidal is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Ty Chandler is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Kimani Vidal (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Ty Chandler (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Kimani Vidal outscored Ty Chandler by a projected 56 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ty Chandler played 14 games in 2025 compared to Kimani Vidal's 12. That durability gap means Ty Chandler contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Kimani Vidal scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Kimani Vidal vs Ty Chandler: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kimani Vidal	Ty Chandler
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.2	5.9
Games Played	12	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	110	83
Rushing Yards	643	265
Rush Yds/Game	53.6	18.9
Rushing TDs	3	2
Receptions	16	18
Receiving Yards	136	135
Targets	22	0
Total TDs	4	3
Age	24	-
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Kimani Vidal at 9.2 PPG, 3.3 points per game above Ty Chandler's 5.9. 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 Ty Chandler in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kimani Vidal has the edge at 9.2 PPG compared to Ty Chandler's 5.9 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 Ty Chandler average in 2025?▾

Kimani Vidal averaged 9.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Ty Chandler averaged 5.9 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 3.3 points per game.

When are Kimani Vidal and Ty Chandler's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Kimani Vidal (LAC) has a bye in Week 7, and Ty Chandler (MIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Kimani Vidal or Ty Chandler a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Kimani Vidal outscored Ty Chandler by 3.3 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.