Head to Head

Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Kyren Williams vs Najee HarrisWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Kyren Williams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.4 PPG to Najee Harris's 12.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Kyren Williams is the better fantasy play this season.

Kyren Williams is the better play on a neutral week. 14.4 PPG with 1,533 yards gives a reliable baseline. Najee Harris at 12.8 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Kyren Williams higher, but do not fade Najee Harris entirely.

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

Want this verdict updated live on Sunday?

Track Kyren Williams and Najee Harris in the DraftCall app and get their updates the moment they change.

Get the App

RBLos Angeles Rams#11PPG LEADER

Kyren Williams

PPG

14.4

Games

Rush Yds

1,252

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

281

Bye

Week 11

RBPittsburgh Steelers#99

Najee Harris

PPG

12.8

Games

Rush Yds

1,010

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

225

Bye

Week 9

The Edge Chart

Kyren Williams

Najee Harris

Head to Head

14.4 PPG12.8 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

Kyren Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #11 at the position). Najee Harris: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Kyren Williams is producing at 65% of elite pace and Najee Harris at 58%. That ranking gap means Kyren Williams carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Kyren Williams vs Najee Harris: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Kyren Williams and Najee Harris for your lineup, you are not alone. Kyren Williams finished the 2025 season at 14.4 PPG for the Los Angeles Rams (17 games), and Najee Harris averaged 12.8 for the Pittsburgh Steelers (17 games).

That 1.6-point weekly advantage for Kyren Williams 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. Kyren Williams ran for 1252 yards and 10 touchdowns; Najee Harris posted 1010 and 6. 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: Kyren Williams is off Week 11 and Najee Harris Week 9. 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: Kyren Williams (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Najee Harris (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Kyren Williams outscored Najee Harris by a projected 27 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyren Williams scored 13 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Kyren Williams caught 36 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Kyren Williams vs Najee Harris: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kyren Williams	Najee Harris
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.4	12.8
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	245	218
Rushing Yards	1,252	1,010
Rush Yds/Game	73.6	59.4
Rushing TDs	10	6
Receptions	36	30
Receiving Yards	281	225
Targets	50	0
Total TDs	13	7
Age	25	-
Experience	3 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 9

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Kyren Williams at 14.4 PPG, 1.6 points per game above Najee Harris's 12.8. 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.

Website vs App

Get the AI verdict on Kyren Williams vs Najee Harris

DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality, recent trends, injury impact, and game script to give you a clear start/sit recommendation.

See everything in the app →

Launch List

Get the live verdict on Kyren Williams vs Najee Harris

The DraftCall app delivers live game-day verdicts on every matchup. Join the launch list and we will email you the day it goes live for the 2026 NFL season, with your direct iOS and Android install links.

We will never share your email. Unsubscribe anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Kyren Williams or Najee Harris in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kyren Williams has the edge at 14.4 PPG compared to Najee Harris's 12.8 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 Kyren Williams and Najee Harris average in 2025?▾

Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Najee Harris averaged 12.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.6 points per game.

When are Kyren Williams and Najee Harris's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Kyren Williams (LAR) has a bye in Week 11, and Najee Harris (PIT) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Kyren Williams or Najee Harris a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Kyren Williams outscored Najee Harris by 1.6 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.