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Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

Najee Harris or Omarion HamptonWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Omarion Hampton over Najee Harris in 2026.

Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 PPG in 2025 to Najee Harris's 12.8, a 0.5 point per game edge. Hampton posted that edge in only 9 games, so the per-game ceiling is real but watch his availability.

The Bottom Line

This one is genuinely close. Omarion Hampton edges Najee Harris by 0.5 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, Omarion Hampton 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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RBPittsburgh Steelers

Najee Harris

PPG

12.8

Games

Rush Yds

1,010

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

225

Bye

Week 9

RBLos Angeles Chargers#15PPG LEADER

Omarion Hampton

PPG

13.3

Games

Rush Yds

545

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

192

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Najee Harris

Omarion Hampton

Head to Head

12.8 PPG13.3 PPG

17 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Najee Harris: Unranked RB. Omarion Hampton: Tier 4 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #15 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Najee Harris is producing at 58% of elite pace and Omarion Hampton at 60%. That per-game gap means Omarion Hampton carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Najee Harris vs Omarion Hampton: The Full Breakdown

Najee Harris (12.8 PPG) and Omarion Hampton (13.3 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. Najee Harris played 17 games for the Pittsburgh Steelers; Omarion Hampton suited up 9 times for the Los Angeles Chargers.

A 0.5-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. Najee Harris ran for 1010 yards and 6 touchdowns; Omarion Hampton posted 545 and 4. 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: Najee Harris sits Week 9 while Omarion Hampton is off Week 7. 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: Najee Harris (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Omarion Hampton (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Omarion Hampton outscored Najee Harris by a projected 9 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Najee Harris played 17 games in 2025 compared to Omarion Hampton's 9. That durability gap means Najee Harris contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Najee Harris scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Omarion Hampton caught 32 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Najee Harris vs Omarion Hampton: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Najee Harris	Omarion Hampton
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.8	13.3
Games Played	17	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	218	120
Rushing Yards	1,010	545
Rush Yds/Game	59.4	60.6
Rushing TDs	6	4
Receptions	30	32
Receiving Yards	225	192
Targets	0	35
Total TDs	7	5
Age	-	23
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 7

Summary

Omarion Hampton outscored Najee Harris by 0.5 PPG in 2025 (13.3 to 12.8). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Najee Harris or Omarion Hampton in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Omarion Hampton has the edge at 13.3 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.

Should I draft Najee Harris or Omarion Hampton in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Omarion Hampton is the earlier pick. He averaged 13.3 fantasy points per game in 2025 to Najee Harris's 12.8, a 0.5 point per game edge over a full season. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did Najee Harris and Omarion Hampton average in 2025?▾

Najee Harris averaged 12.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 0.5 points per game.

When are Najee Harris and Omarion Hampton's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Najee Harris (PIT) has a bye in Week 9, and Omarion Hampton (LAC) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Najee Harris or Omarion Hampton a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Omarion Hampton outscored Najee Harris by 0.5 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.