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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Trey Benson vs Ty ChandlerWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Trey Benson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.2 PPG to Ty Chandler's 5.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Trey Benson is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Trey Benson and Ty Chandler are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 1.3-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

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RBArizona Cardinals#46PPG LEADER

Trey Benson

PPG

7.2

Games

Rush Yds

160

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 14

RBMinnesota Vikings#99

Ty Chandler

PPG

5.9

Games

Rush Yds

265

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

135

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Trey Benson

Ty Chandler

Head to Head

7.2 PPG5.9 PPG

4 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Trey Benson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #46 at the position). Ty Chandler: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Trey Benson is producing at 33% of elite pace and Ty Chandler at 27%. That ranking gap means Trey Benson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Trey Benson vs Ty Chandler: The Full Breakdown

Trey Benson (7.2 PPG) and Ty Chandler (5.9 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two running backs are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Trey Benson played 4 games for the Arizona Cardinals; Ty Chandler suited up 14 times for the Minnesota Vikings.

A 1.3-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Trey Benson ran for 160 yards and undefined touchdowns; Ty Chandler posted 265 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: Trey Benson sits Week 14 while Ty Chandler 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

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: Trey Benson (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Ty Chandler (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Trey Benson outscored Ty Chandler by a projected 22 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ty Chandler played 14 games in 2025 compared to Trey Benson's 4. That durability gap means Ty Chandler contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Trey Benson vs Ty Chandler: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Trey Benson	Ty Chandler
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.2	5.9
Games Played	4	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	29	83
Rushing Yards	160	265
Rush Yds/Game	40.0	18.9
Rushing TDs	0	2
Receptions	13	18
Receiving Yards	64	135
Targets	16	0
Total TDs	0	3
Age	23	-
Experience	1 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Trey Benson at 7.2 PPG, 1.3 points per game above Ty Chandler's 5.9. 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 Trey Benson or Ty Chandler in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Trey Benson has the edge at 7.2 PPG compared to Ty Chandler's 5.9 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 Trey Benson and Ty Chandler average in 2025?▾

Trey Benson averaged 7.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 4 games in 2025. Ty Chandler averaged 5.9 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 1.3 points per game.

When are Trey Benson and Ty Chandler's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Trey Benson (ARI) has a bye in Week 14, and Ty Chandler (MIN) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Trey Benson or Ty Chandler a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Trey Benson outscored Ty Chandler by 1.3 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.