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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Kyle Monangai vs Trey BensonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Kyle Monangai is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.1 PPG to Trey Benson's 7.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Kyle Monangai is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Kyle Monangai edges Trey Benson by 0.9 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Kyle Monangai goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBChicago Bears#38PPG LEADER

Kyle Monangai

PPG

8.1

Games

Rush Yds

783

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

164

Bye

Week 10

RBArizona Cardinals#46

Trey Benson

PPG

7.2

Games

Rush Yds

160

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Kyle Monangai

Trey Benson

Head to Head

8.1 PPG7.2 PPG

17 GP4 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Kyle Monangai: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #38 at the position). Trey Benson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #46 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Kyle Monangai is producing at 37% of elite pace and Trey Benson at 33%. That ranking gap means Kyle Monangai carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Kyle Monangai vs Trey Benson: The Full Breakdown

Kyle Monangai (8.1 PPG) and Trey Benson (7.2 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. Kyle Monangai played 17 games for the Chicago Bears; Trey Benson suited up 4 times for the Arizona Cardinals.

A 0.9-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. Kyle Monangai ran for 783 yards and 5 touchdowns; Trey Benson posted 160 and undefined. 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: Kyle Monangai sits Week 10 while Trey Benson is off Week 14. 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: Kyle Monangai (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Trey Benson (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Kyle Monangai outscored Trey Benson by a projected 15 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyle Monangai played 17 games in 2025 compared to Trey Benson's 4. That durability gap means Kyle Monangai contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Kyle Monangai vs Trey Benson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kyle Monangai	Trey Benson
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.1	7.2
Games Played	17	4
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	138	29
Rushing Yards	783	160
Rush Yds/Game	46.1	40.0
Rushing TDs	5	0
Receptions	18	13
Receiving Yards	164	64
Targets	30	16
Total TDs	5	0
Age	23	23
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 14

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Kyle Monangai holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 8.1 points per game. Trey Benson averaged 7.2 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Kyle Monangai or Trey Benson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kyle Monangai has the edge at 8.1 PPG compared to Trey Benson's 7.2 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 Kyle Monangai and Trey Benson average in 2025?▾

Kyle Monangai averaged 8.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Trey Benson averaged 7.2 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 0.9 points per game.

When are Kyle Monangai and Trey Benson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Kyle Monangai (CHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Trey Benson (ARI) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Kyle Monangai or Trey Benson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Kyle Monangai outscored Trey Benson by 0.9 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.