Download DraftCall for Free

Head to Head

Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

Kyren Williams or Rachaad WhiteWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Kyren Williams over Rachaad White in 2026.

Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 PPG in 2025 to Rachaad White's 7.2, a 7.2 point per game edge. Both play running backs, so that per-game gap is the cleanest tiebreaker for a 2026 start or sit. Kyren Williams is Tier 3 at the position, Rachaad White is Tier 6.

The Bottom Line

Kyren Williams is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 14.4 PPG and 1,533 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Rachaad White (7.2 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Kyren Williams as the starter and Rachaad White as depth.

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

Download the App

Track Kyren Williams and Rachaad White live in the DraftCall app.

App Store Google Play

RBLos Angeles Rams#11PPG LEADER

Kyren Williams

PPG

14.4

Games

Rush Yds

1,252

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

281

Bye

Week 11

RBTampa Bay Buccaneers#45

Rachaad White

PPG

7.2

Games

Rush Yds

572

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

218

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Kyren Williams

Rachaad White

Head to Head

14.4 PPG7.2 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Kyren Williams: Tier 3 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #11 at the position). Rachaad White: Tier 6 (Deep League) RB (ranked #45 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Kyren Williams is producing at 65% of elite pace and Rachaad White at 33%. That ranking gap means Kyren Williams carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Kyren Williams vs Rachaad White: The Full Breakdown

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Kyren Williams (Los Angeles Rams) averaged 14.4 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring Rachaad White (Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 7.2 PPG) by 7.2 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

Kyren Williams carries a 7.2-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

Rachaad White is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 40 targets into 218 yards, while Kyren Williams profiles as a more traditional rusher with 1252 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Rachaad White carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Kyren Williams is off Week 11 and Rachaad White Week 10. 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

If you can acquire Kyren Williams at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Rachaad White is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Kyren Williams (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Rachaad White (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Kyren Williams outscored Rachaad White by a projected 122 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.
•Rachaad White caught 40 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 Rachaad White: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kyren Williams	Rachaad White
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.4	7.2
Games Played	17	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	245	122
Rushing Yards	1,252	572
Rush Yds/Game	73.6	33.6
Rushing TDs	10	4
Receptions	36	40
Receiving Yards	281	218
Targets	50	45
Total TDs	13	4
Age	26	27
Experience	3 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Kyren Williams holds the PPG edge with solid output at 14.4 points per game. Rachaad White 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.

Website vs App

Get the AI verdict on Kyren Williams vs Rachaad White

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

App Store Google Play What you get →

Free on the App Store and Google Play. $2.99/month premium.

Inside the app

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Kyren Williams or Rachaad White in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kyren Williams has the edge at 14.4 PPG compared to Rachaad White'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.

Should I draft Kyren Williams or Rachaad White in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Kyren Williams is the earlier pick. He averaged 14.4 fantasy points per game in 2025 to Rachaad White's 7.2, a 7.2 point per game edge over a full season. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did Kyren Williams and Rachaad White average in 2025?▾

Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Rachaad White averaged 7.2 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 7.2 points per game.

When are Kyren Williams and Rachaad White's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Kyren Williams (LAR) has a bye in Week 11, and Rachaad White (TB) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Kyren Williams or Rachaad White a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Kyren Williams outscored Rachaad White by 7.2 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.