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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Kimani Vidal vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.Who should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tyrone Tracy Jr. is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 9.5 PPG to Kimani Vidal's 9.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyrone Tracy Jr. is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Tyrone Tracy Jr. and Kimani Vidal are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.3-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

RBNew York Giants#31PPG LEADER

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

PPG

9.5

Games

Rush Yds

740

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

288

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Kimani Vidal

Tyrone Tracy Jr.

Head to Head

9.2 PPG9.5 PPG

12 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Kimani Vidal: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #32 at the position). Tyrone Tracy Jr.: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #31 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Kimani Vidal is producing at 42% of elite pace and Tyrone Tracy Jr. at 43%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Kimani Vidal vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.: The Full Breakdown

Kimani Vidal (9.2 PPG) and Tyrone Tracy Jr. (9.5 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two running backs are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Kimani Vidal played 12 games for the Los Angeles Chargers; Tyrone Tracy Jr. suited up 15 times for the New York Giants.

A 0.3-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Kimani Vidal ran for 643 yards and 3 touchdowns; Tyrone Tracy Jr. posted 740 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 Tyrone Tracy Jr. is off Week 8. 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

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. Tyrone Tracy Jr. (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Tyrone Tracy Jr. outscored Kimani Vidal by a projected 5 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Tyrone Tracy Jr. played 15 games in 2025 compared to Kimani Vidal's 12. That durability gap means Tyrone Tracy Jr. 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.
•Tyrone Tracy Jr. caught 36 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Kimani Vidal vs Tyrone Tracy Jr.: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kimani Vidal	Tyrone Tracy Jr.
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.2	9.5
Games Played	12	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	110	143
Rushing Yards	643	740
Rush Yds/Game	53.6	49.3
Rushing TDs	3	2
Receptions	16	36
Receiving Yards	136	288
Targets	22	48
Total TDs	4	4
Age	24	26
Experience	1 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 8

Summary

9.5 PPG for Tyrone Tracy Jr. versus 9.2 for Kimani Vidal in 2025. The baseline favors Tyrone Tracy Jr., though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Kimani Vidal or Tyrone Tracy Jr. in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyrone Tracy Jr. has the edge at 9.5 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 Tyrone Tracy Jr. average in 2025?▾

Kimani Vidal averaged 9.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Tyrone Tracy Jr. averaged 9.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.3 points per game.

When are Kimani Vidal and Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s bye weeks in 2026?▾

Kimani Vidal (LAC) has a bye in Week 7, and Tyrone Tracy Jr. (NYG) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Kimani Vidal or Tyrone Tracy Jr. a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Tyrone Tracy Jr. outscored Kimani Vidal 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.