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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Omarion Hampton vs Trey BensonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Omarion Hampton is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.3 PPG to Trey Benson's 7.2 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 Trey Benson by 6.1 PPG in 2025 with 5 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Omarion Hampton is the clear pick. Trey Benson 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

RBArizona Cardinals#46

Trey Benson

PPG

7.2

Games

Rush Yds

160

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Omarion Hampton

Trey Benson

Head to Head

13.3 PPG7.2 PPG

9 GP4 GP

Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Omarion Hampton: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #15 at the position). Trey Benson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #46 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Omarion Hampton is producing at 60% of elite pace and Trey Benson at 33%. That ranking gap means Omarion Hampton carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Omarion Hampton vs Trey Benson: The Full Breakdown

Omarion Hampton and Trey Benson are at different tiers heading into 2026. The Los Angeles Chargers running back averaged 13.3 PPG in 2025, a full 6.1 points per game ahead of Trey Benson's 7.2 with the Arizona Cardinals. That kind of gap doesn't close on matchup alone.

That 6.1-point weekly advantage for Omarion Hampton is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Omarion Hampton ran for 545 yards and 4 touchdowns; Trey Benson posted 160 and undefined. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Omarion Hampton has his bye in Week 7, and Trey Benson rests in Week 14. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Omarion Hampton is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Trey Benson 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. Trey Benson (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Omarion Hampton outscored Trey Benson by a projected 104 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Omarion Hampton played 9 games in 2025 compared to Trey Benson's 4. That durability gap means Omarion Hampton contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•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 Trey Benson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Omarion Hampton	Trey Benson
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.3	7.2
Games Played	9	4
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	120	29
Rushing Yards	545	160
Rush Yds/Game	60.6	40.0
Rushing TDs	4	0
Receptions	32	13
Receiving Yards	192	64
Targets	35	16
Total TDs	5	0
Age	23	23
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 14

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Omarion Hampton at 13.3 PPG, 6.1 points per game above Trey Benson's 7.2. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Omarion Hampton or Trey Benson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Omarion Hampton has the edge at 13.3 PPG compared to Trey Benson's 7.2 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 Trey Benson average in 2025?▾

Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Trey Benson averaged 7.2 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 6.1 points per game.

When are Omarion Hampton and Trey Benson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Omarion Hampton (LAC) has a bye in Week 7, and Trey Benson (ARI) has a bye in Week 14. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Omarion Hampton or Trey Benson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Omarion Hampton outscored Trey Benson by 6.1 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.