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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Omarion Hampton vs Roschon JohnsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.3 PPG to Roschon Johnson's 8.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Omarion Hampton outscored Roschon Johnson by 5.2 PPG in 2025 with 5 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Omarion Hampton is the clear pick. Roschon Johnson profiles as a matchup-dependent running back who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

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

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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

RBChicago Bears#99

Roschon Johnson

PPG

8.1

Games

Rush Yds

445

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

168

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

Omarion Hampton

Roschon Johnson

Head to Head

13.3 PPG8.1 PPG

9 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

Omarion Hampton: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #15 at the position). Roschon Johnson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Omarion Hampton is producing at 60% of elite pace and Roschon Johnson at 37%. That ranking gap means Omarion Hampton carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Omarion Hampton vs Roschon Johnson: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Omarion Hampton and Roschon Johnson is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Los Angeles Chargers running back put up 13.3 PPG in 2025 over 9 games; Roschon Johnson of the Chicago Bears averaged 8.1 in 14. A 5.2-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.2 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.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Omarion Hampton ran for 545 yards and 4 touchdowns; Roschon Johnson posted 445 and 4. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Both share a Week 7 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking running backs this deep on your bench, plan your replacement running back early.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Omarion Hampton is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Roschon Johnson is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Omarion Hampton (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Roschon Johnson (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Omarion Hampton outscored Roschon Johnson by a projected 88 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Roschon Johnson played 14 games in 2025 compared to Omarion Hampton's 9. That durability gap means Roschon Johnson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Omarion Hampton scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 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.
•Both players share a Week 7 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Omarion Hampton vs Roschon Johnson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Omarion Hampton	Roschon Johnson
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.3	8.1
Games Played	9	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	120	113
Rushing Yards	545	445
Rush Yds/Game	60.6	31.8
Rushing TDs	4	4
Receptions	32	22
Receiving Yards	192	168
Targets	35	0
Total TDs	5	5
Age	23	-
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 7

Summary

13.3 PPG for Omarion Hampton versus 8.1 for Roschon Johnson 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 Roschon Johnson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Omarion Hampton has the edge at 13.3 PPG compared to Roschon Johnson's 8.1 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 Roschon Johnson average in 2025?▾

Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Roschon Johnson averaged 8.1 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 5.2 points per game.

Do Omarion Hampton and Roschon Johnson share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Omarion Hampton and Roschon Johnson share a Week 7 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is Omarion Hampton or Roschon Johnson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Omarion Hampton outscored Roschon Johnson by 5.2 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.