Download DraftCall for Free

Head to Head

Updated September 8, 2026 from live stats

Omarion Hampton or Samaje PerineWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Omarion Hampton over Samaje Perine in 2026.

Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 PPG in 2025 to Samaje Perine's 6.5, a 6.8 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

Omarion Hampton is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 13.3 PPG and 737 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Samaje Perine (6.5 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Omarion Hampton as the starter and Samaje Perine as depth.

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

Download the App

Track Omarion Hampton and Samaje Perine live in the DraftCall app.

App Store Google Play

RBLos Angeles Chargers#15PPG LEADER

Omarion Hampton

PPG

13.3

Games

Rush Yds

545

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

192

Bye

Week 7

RBKansas City Chiefs

Samaje Perine

PPG

6.5

Games

Rush Yds

285

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

182

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Omarion Hampton

Samaje Perine

Head to Head

13.3 PPG6.5 PPG

9 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Omarion Hampton: Tier 4 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #15 at the position). Samaje Perine: Unranked RB. Among the top 50 running backs this season, Omarion Hampton is producing at 60% of elite pace and Samaje Perine at 30%. That per-game gap means Omarion Hampton carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Omarion Hampton vs Samaje Perine: The Full Breakdown

The numbers tell a clear story here. Omarion Hampton put up 13.3 fantasy points per game for the Los Angeles Chargers in 2025, while Samaje Perine managed 6.5 across 15 games with the Kansas City Chiefs. A 6.8-point weekly edge is substantial at the running back position.

Omarion Hampton carries a 6.8-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Omarion Hampton ran for 545 yards and 4 touchdowns; Samaje Perine posted 285 and 2. 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: Omarion Hampton sits Week 7 while Samaje Perine is off Week 6. 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

If you can acquire Omarion Hampton at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Samaje Perine 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. Samaje Perine (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Omarion Hampton outscored Samaje Perine by a projected 116 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Samaje Perine played 15 games in 2025 compared to Omarion Hampton's 9. That durability gap means Samaje Perine 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.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Omarion Hampton vs Samaje Perine: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Omarion Hampton	Samaje Perine
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.3	6.5
Games Played	9	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	120	98
Rushing Yards	545	285
Rush Yds/Game	60.6	19.0
Rushing TDs	4	2
Receptions	32	24
Receiving Yards	192	182
Targets	35	0
Total TDs	5	3
Age	23	-
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. Samaje Perine averaged 6.5 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.

Website vs App

Get the AI verdict on Omarion Hampton vs Samaje Perine

DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality, recent trends, injury impact, and game script to give you a clear start/sit recommendation.

App Store Google Play What you get →

Free on the App Store and Google Play. $2.99/month premium.

Inside the app

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Omarion Hampton or Samaje Perine in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Omarion Hampton has the edge at 13.3 PPG compared to Samaje Perine's 6.5 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 Omarion Hampton or Samaje Perine in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Omarion Hampton is the earlier pick. He averaged 13.3 fantasy points per game in 2025 to Samaje Perine's 6.5, a 6.8 point per game edge over a full season. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did Omarion Hampton and Samaje Perine average in 2025?▾

Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Samaje Perine averaged 6.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 6.8 points per game.

When are Omarion Hampton and Samaje Perine's bye weeks in 2026?▾

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

Is Omarion Hampton or Samaje Perine a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Omarion Hampton outscored Samaje Perine by 6.8 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.