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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Kyle Monangai vs Omarion HamptonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.3 PPG to Kyle Monangai's 8.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Omarion Hampton outscored Kyle Monangai by 5.2 PPG in 2025 with 5 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Omarion Hampton is the clear pick. Kyle Monangai profiles as a matchup-dependent running back who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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RBChicago Bears#38

Kyle Monangai

PPG

8.1

Games

Rush Yds

783

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

164

Bye

Week 10

RBLos Angeles Chargers#15PPG LEADER

Omarion Hampton

PPG

13.3

Games

Rush Yds

545

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

192

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Kyle Monangai

Omarion Hampton

Head to Head

8.1 PPG13.3 PPG

17 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Kyle Monangai: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #38 at the position). Omarion Hampton: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #15 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Kyle Monangai is producing at 37% of elite pace and Omarion Hampton at 60%. That ranking gap means Omarion Hampton carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Kyle Monangai vs Omarion Hampton: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Kyle Monangai and Omarion Hampton is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Chicago Bears running back put up 8.1 PPG in 2025 over 17 games; Omarion Hampton of the Los Angeles Chargers averaged 13.3 in 9. A 5.2-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.2 points favors Omarion Hampton, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Kyle Monangai ran for 783 yards and 5 touchdowns; Omarion Hampton posted 545 and 4. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Kyle Monangai has his bye in Week 10, and Omarion Hampton rests in Week 7. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Omarion Hampton is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Kyle Monangai is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Kyle Monangai (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Omarion Hampton (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Omarion Hampton outscored Kyle Monangai by a projected 88 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyle Monangai played 17 games in 2025 compared to Omarion Hampton's 9. That durability gap means Kyle Monangai contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Kyle Monangai scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Omarion Hampton caught 32 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Kyle Monangai vs Omarion Hampton: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kyle Monangai	Omarion Hampton
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.1	13.3
Games Played	17	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	138	120
Rushing Yards	783	545
Rush Yds/Game	46.1	60.6
Rushing TDs	5	4
Receptions	18	32
Receiving Yards	164	192
Targets	30	35
Total TDs	5	5
Age	23	23
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 7

Summary

13.3 PPG for Omarion Hampton versus 8.1 for Kyle Monangai in 2025. The baseline favors Omarion Hampton, 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 Kyle Monangai or Omarion Hampton in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Omarion Hampton has the edge at 13.3 PPG compared to Kyle Monangai'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 Kyle Monangai and Omarion Hampton average in 2025?▾

Kyle Monangai averaged 8.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 5.2 points per game.

When are Kyle Monangai and Omarion Hampton's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Kyle Monangai (CHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Omarion Hampton (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Kyle Monangai or Omarion Hampton a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Omarion Hampton outscored Kyle Monangai by 5.2 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.