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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Omarion Hampton vs Sam LaPortaWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.3 PPG to Sam LaPorta's 9.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy play this season.

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Omarion Hampton (13.3 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 Chargers#15PPG LEADER

Omarion Hampton

PPG

13.3

Games

Rush Yds

545

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

192

Bye

Week 7

TEDetroit Lions#7

Sam LaPorta

PPG

9.7

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

489

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Omarion Hampton

Sam LaPorta

Head to Head

13.3 PPG9.7 PPG

9 GP9 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Omarion Hampton: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #15 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 (Flex/Starter) RB is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 2 (Strong Starter) TE in most league formats.

Omarion Hampton vs Sam LaPorta: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Omarion Hampton (RB, Los Angeles Chargers) against Sam LaPorta (TE, Detroit Lions) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 PPG in 2025 over 9 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.

Omarion Hampton has his bye in Week 7, Sam LaPorta in Week 6. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire Omarion Hampton at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Sam LaPorta is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Omarion Hampton (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Sam LaPorta (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Omarion Hampton outscored Sam LaPorta by a projected 61 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Omarion Hampton scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 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

Omarion Hampton vs Sam LaPorta: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Omarion Hampton	Sam LaPorta
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.3	9.7
Games Played	9	9
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	120	87
Rushing Yards	545	0
Rush Yds/Game	60.6	0.0
Rushing TDs	4	0
Receptions	32	40
Receiving Yards	192	489
Targets	35	49
Total TDs	5	3
Age	23	25
Experience	-	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 6

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Omarion Hampton holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 13.3 points per game. Sam LaPorta averaged 9.7 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Omarion Hampton or Sam LaPorta in fantasy football?▾

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

How many fantasy points did Omarion Hampton and Sam LaPorta average in 2025?▾

Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Sam LaPorta averaged 9.7 PPG over 9 games. That is a difference of 3.6 points per game.

When are Omarion Hampton and Sam LaPorta's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Omarion Hampton (LAC) has a bye in Week 7, and Sam LaPorta (DET) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.