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Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

Kyren Williams or Tucker KraftWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Kyren Williams over Tucker Kraft in 2026.

Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 PPG in 2025 to Tucker Kraft's 12.6, a 1.8 point per game edge. Williams also stayed healthier, playing 17 games to 8, which steadies his weekly floor. Kyren Williams is Tier 3 among running backs, Tucker Kraft is Tier 1 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. Tucker Kraft (12.6 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.

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

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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

TEGreen Bay Packers#2

Tucker Kraft

PPG

12.6

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

489

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Kyren Williams

Tucker Kraft

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14.4 PPG12.6 PPG

17 GP8 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Kyren Williams: Tier 3 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #11 at the position). Tucker Kraft: Tier 1 (Elite) TE (ranked #2 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 1 (Elite) TE in most league formats.

Kyren Williams vs Tucker Kraft: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Kyren Williams (RB, Los Angeles Rams) against Tucker Kraft (TE, Green Bay Packers) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 PPG in 2025 over 17 games, while Tucker Kraft posted 12.6 PPG across 8 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.

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 26) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Tucker Kraft (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Kyren Williams outscored Tucker Kraft by a projected 31 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyren Williams played 17 games in 2025 compared to Tucker Kraft's 8. 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.
•Kyren Williams caught 36 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Both players share a Week 11 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Kyren Williams vs Tucker Kraft: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kyren Williams	Tucker Kraft
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.4	12.6
Games Played	17	8
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	245	101
Rushing Yards	1,252	3
Rush Yds/Game	73.6	0.4
Rushing TDs	10	0
Receptions	36	32
Receiving Yards	281	489
Targets	50	44
Total TDs	13	6
Age	26	25
Experience	3 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 11

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Kyren Williams at 14.4 PPG, 1.8 points per game above Tucker Kraft's 12.6. 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Kyren Williams or Tucker Kraft in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kyren Williams has the edge at 14.4 PPG compared to Tucker Kraft's 12.6 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 Tucker Kraft in 2026 fantasy football?▾

They come off the board at different positions, so weigh Kyren Williams's 14.4 fantasy points per game against Tucker Kraft's 12.6 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 Tucker Kraft average in 2025?▾

Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tucker Kraft averaged 12.6 PPG over 8 games. That is a difference of 1.8 points per game.

Do Kyren Williams and Tucker Kraft share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Kyren Williams and Tucker Kraft share a Week 11 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.