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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Omarion Hampton vs RJ HarveyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.3 PPG to RJ Harvey's 10.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy play this season.

Omarion Hampton is the better play on a neutral week. 13.3 PPG with 737 yards gives a reliable baseline. RJ Harvey at 10.8 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Omarion Hampton higher, but do not fade RJ Harvey entirely.

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

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RBLos Angeles Chargers#15PPG LEADER

Omarion Hampton

PPG

13.3

Games

Rush Yds

545

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

192

Bye

Week 7

RBDenver Broncos#27

RJ Harvey

PPG

10.8

Games

Rush Yds

540

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

356

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Omarion Hampton

RJ Harvey

Head to Head

13.3 PPG10.8 PPG

9 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Omarion Hampton: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #15 at the position). RJ Harvey: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #27 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Omarion Hampton is producing at 60% of elite pace and RJ Harvey at 49%. That ranking gap means Omarion Hampton carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Omarion Hampton vs RJ Harvey: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Omarion Hampton and RJ Harvey is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Los Angeles Chargers running back put up 13.3 PPG in 2025 over 9 games; RJ Harvey of the Denver Broncos averaged 10.8 in 17. A 2.5-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.5 points favors Omarion Hampton, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

RJ Harvey is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 47 targets into 356 yards, while Omarion Hampton profiles as a more traditional rusher with 545 rushing yards and 4 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats RJ Harvey carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Omarion Hampton is off Week 7 and RJ Harvey 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

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: Omarion Hampton (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. RJ Harvey (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Omarion Hampton outscored RJ Harvey by a projected 43 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•RJ Harvey played 17 games in 2025 compared to Omarion Hampton's 9. That durability gap means RJ Harvey contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•RJ Harvey scored 12 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.7 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•RJ Harvey caught 47 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Omarion Hampton vs RJ Harvey: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Omarion Hampton	RJ Harvey
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.3	10.8
Games Played	9	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	120	184
Rushing Yards	545	540
Rush Yds/Game	60.6	31.8
Rushing TDs	4	7
Receptions	32	47
Receiving Yards	192	356
Targets	35	58
Total TDs	5	12
Age	23	25
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 10

Summary

13.3 PPG for Omarion Hampton versus 10.8 for RJ Harvey in 2025. The baseline favors Omarion Hampton, 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 Omarion Hampton or RJ Harvey in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Omarion Hampton has the edge at 13.3 PPG compared to RJ Harvey's 10.8 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 Omarion Hampton and RJ Harvey average in 2025?▾

Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. RJ Harvey averaged 10.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 2.5 points per game.

When are Omarion Hampton and RJ Harvey's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Omarion Hampton (LAC) has a bye in Week 7, and RJ Harvey (DEN) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Omarion Hampton or RJ Harvey a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Omarion Hampton outscored RJ Harvey by 2.5 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.