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Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

Kyren Williams or Sam LaPortaWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Kyren Williams over Sam LaPorta in 2026.

Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 PPG in 2025 to Sam LaPorta's 9.7, a 4.7 point per game edge. Williams also stayed healthier, playing 17 games to 9, which steadies his weekly floor. Kyren Williams is Tier 3 among running backs, Sam LaPorta is Tier 2 among tight ends.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Kyren Williams (14.4 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Sam LaPorta (9.7 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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RBLos Angeles Rams#11PPG LEADER

Kyren Williams

PPG

14.4

Games

Rush Yds

1,252

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

281

Bye

Week 11

TEDetroit Lions#7

Sam LaPorta

PPG

9.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

489

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Kyren Williams

Sam LaPorta

Head to Head

14.4 PPG9.7 PPG

17 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Kyren Williams: Tier 3 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #11 at the position). Sam LaPorta: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE (ranked #7 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 3 (Strong Starter) RB is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE in most league formats.

Kyren Williams vs Sam LaPorta: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Kyren Williams (RB, Los Angeles Rams) against Sam LaPorta (TE, Detroit Lions) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 PPG in 2025 over 17 games, while Sam LaPorta posted 9.7 PPG across 9 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

Kyren Williams has his bye in Week 11, Sam LaPorta in Week 6. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Kyren Williams is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Sam LaPorta is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Kyren Williams (age 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Sam LaPorta (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Kyren Williams outscored Sam LaPorta by a projected 80 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyren Williams played 17 games in 2025 compared to Sam LaPorta's 9. That durability gap means Kyren Williams contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Kyren Williams scored 13 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Sam LaPorta 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 Sam LaPorta: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kyren Williams	Sam LaPorta
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.4	9.7
Games Played	17	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	245	87
Rushing Yards	1,252	0
Rush Yds/Game	73.6	0.0
Rushing TDs	10	0
Receptions	36	40
Receiving Yards	281	489
Targets	50	49
Total TDs	13	3
Age	26	25
Experience	3 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 6

Summary

14.4 PPG for Kyren Williams versus 9.7 for Sam LaPorta in 2025. The baseline favors Kyren Williams, 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 Kyren Williams or Sam LaPorta in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kyren Williams has the edge at 14.4 PPG compared to Sam LaPorta's 9.7 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 Sam LaPorta in 2026 fantasy football?▾

They come off the board at different positions, so weigh Kyren Williams's 14.4 fantasy points per game against Sam LaPorta's 9.7 and what your roster still needs at TE. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did Kyren Williams and Sam LaPorta average in 2025?▾

Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Sam LaPorta averaged 9.7 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 4.7 points per game.

When are Kyren Williams and Sam LaPorta's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Kyren Williams (LAR) has a bye in Week 11, and Sam LaPorta (DET) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.