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

Trey McBride is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.9 PPG to Omarion Hampton's 13.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Trey McBride is the better fantasy play this season.

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Trey McBride (14.9 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Omarion Hampton (13.3 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.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBLos Angeles Chargers#15
Omarion Hampton
PPG
13.3
Games
9
Rush Yds
545
Rush TDs
4
Rec
32
Rec Yds
192
Bye
Week 7
TEArizona Cardinals#1PPG LEADER
Trey McBride
PPG
14.9
Games
17
Rec
126
Rec Yds
1,239
Rec TDs
11
Targets
169
Bye
Week 14

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Omarion Hampton
Trey McBride

Head to Head

13.3 PPG14.9 PPG
9 GP17 GP
Bye: Week 7Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Omarion Hampton: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #15 at the position). Trey McBride: Tier 1 (Elite) TE (ranked #1 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 1 (Elite) TE in most league formats.

Omarion Hampton vs Trey McBride: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Omarion Hampton (RB, Los Angeles Chargers) against Trey McBride (TE, Arizona Cardinals) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 PPG in 2025 over 9 games, while Trey McBride posted 14.9 PPG across 17 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, Trey McBride in Week 14. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

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. Trey McBride (age 26) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

  • Trey McBride outscored Omarion Hampton by a projected 27 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Trey McBride played 17 games in 2025 compared to Omarion Hampton's 9. That durability gap means Trey McBride contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Trey McBride scored 11 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at tight end.
  • Trey McBride caught 126 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 McBride: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatOmarion HamptonTrey McBride
PPG (Half-PPR)13.314.9
Games Played917
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)120253
Rushing Yards5450
Rush Yds/Game60.60.0
Rushing TDs40
Receptions32126
Receiving Yards1921,239
Targets35169
Total TDs511
Age2326
Experience-3 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 7Week 14

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Trey McBride holds the PPG edge with solid output at 14.9 points per game. Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 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 Trey McBride in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Trey McBride has the edge at 14.9 PPG compared to Omarion Hampton's 13.3 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 McBride average in 2025?

Omarion Hampton averaged 13.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 9 games in 2025. Trey McBride averaged 14.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 1.6 points per game.

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

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