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Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

Kimani Vidal or Zach CharbonnetWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Zach Charbonnet over Kimani Vidal in 2026.

Zach Charbonnet averaged 10.7 PPG in 2025 to Kimani Vidal's 9.2, a 1.5 point per game edge. Charbonnet also stayed healthier, playing 16 games to 12, which steadies his weekly floor. Zach Charbonnet is Tier 5 at the position, Kimani Vidal is Tier 6.

The Bottom Line

Zach Charbonnet is the better play on a neutral week. 10.7 PPG with 874 yards gives a reliable baseline. Kimani Vidal at 9.2 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Zach Charbonnet higher, but do not fade Kimani Vidal entirely.

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

RBSeattle Seahawks#28PPG LEADER

Zach Charbonnet

PPG

10.7

Games

Rush Yds

730

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

144

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Kimani Vidal

Zach Charbonnet

Head to Head

9.2 PPG10.7 PPG

12 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Kimani Vidal: Tier 6 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #32 at the position). Zach Charbonnet: Tier 5 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #28 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Kimani Vidal is producing at 42% of elite pace and Zach Charbonnet at 49%. That ranking gap means Zach Charbonnet carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Kimani Vidal vs Zach Charbonnet: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Kimani Vidal and Zach Charbonnet 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 Zach Charbonnet averaged 10.7 for the Seattle Seahawks (16 games).

That 1.5-point weekly advantage for Zach Charbonnet 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; Zach Charbonnet posted 730 and 12. 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 Zach Charbonnet Week 11. 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 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Zach Charbonnet (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Zach Charbonnet outscored Kimani Vidal by a projected 26 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Zach Charbonnet played 16 games in 2025 compared to Kimani Vidal's 12. That durability gap means Zach Charbonnet contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Zach Charbonnet scored 12 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Kimani Vidal vs Zach Charbonnet: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kimani Vidal	Zach Charbonnet
PPG (Half-PPR)	9.2	10.7
Games Played	12	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	110	171
Rushing Yards	643	730
Rush Yds/Game	53.6	45.6
Rushing TDs	3	12
Receptions	16	20
Receiving Yards	136	144
Targets	22	24
Total TDs	4	12
Age	25	25
Experience	1 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Zach Charbonnet at 10.7 PPG, 1.5 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 Zach Charbonnet in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Zach Charbonnet has the edge at 10.7 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.

Should I draft Kimani Vidal or Zach Charbonnet in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Zach Charbonnet is the earlier pick. He averaged 10.7 fantasy points per game in 2025 to Kimani Vidal's 9.2, a 1.5 point per game edge over a full season. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did Kimani Vidal and Zach Charbonnet average in 2025?▾

Kimani Vidal averaged 9.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Zach Charbonnet averaged 10.7 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 1.5 points per game.

When are Kimani Vidal and Zach Charbonnet's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Kimani Vidal (LAC) has a bye in Week 7, and Zach Charbonnet (SEA) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Kimani Vidal or Zach Charbonnet a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Zach Charbonnet outscored Kimani Vidal by 1.5 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.