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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

Christian McCaffrey vs Kyren Williams

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

Christian McCaffrey is the better fantasy play this season.

Christian McCaffrey is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 21.5 PPG and 2,126 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. Kyren Williams (14.4 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster Christian McCaffrey as the starter and Kyren Williams as depth.

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

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RBSan Francisco 49ers#1PPG LEADER

Christian McCaffrey

PPG

21.5

Games

Rush Yds

1,202

Rush TDs

Rec

102

Rec Yds

924

Bye

Week 14

RBLos Angeles Rams#11

Kyren Williams

PPG

14.4

Games

Rush Yds

1,252

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

281

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

Christian McCaffrey

Kyren Williams

Head to Head

21.5 PPG14.4 PPG

17 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

Christian McCaffrey: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #1 at the position). Kyren Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #11 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Christian McCaffrey is producing at 98% of elite pace and Kyren Williams at 65%. That ranking gap means Christian McCaffrey carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Christian McCaffrey vs Kyren Williams: Who Should You Start?

There is a real production gap between these two running backs. Christian McCaffrey (San Francisco 49ers) averaged 21.5 PPG over 17 games in 2025, outscoring Kyren Williams (Los Angeles Rams, 14.4 PPG) by 7.1 points per week. That separation would need a significant matchup swing to overcome.

Christian McCaffrey carries a 7.1-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.

Christian McCaffrey is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 102 targets into 924 yards, while Kyren Williams profiles as a more traditional rusher with 1252 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Christian McCaffrey carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Christian McCaffrey is off Week 14 and Kyren Williams Week 8. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in running back for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire Christian McCaffrey at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Kyren Williams is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Christian McCaffrey (age 29, 8 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. Kyren Williams (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Christian McCaffrey outscored Kyren Williams by a projected 121 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Christian McCaffrey scored 17 total touchdowns in 2025 (1.0 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Christian McCaffrey caught 102 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Kyren Williams is 4 years younger than Christian McCaffrey (25 vs 29), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatMcCaffreyWilliams

PPG (Half-PPR)21.514.4

Games Played1717

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)366245

Rushing Yards1,2021,252

Rush Yds/Game70.773.6

Rushing TDs1010

Receptions10236

Receiving Yards924281

Targets12950

Total TDs1713

Age2925

Experience8 yrs3 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 14Week 8

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Christian McCaffrey holds the PPG edge with strong output at 21.5 points per game. Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 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 Christian McCaffrey or Kyren Williams in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Christian McCaffrey has the edge at 21.5 PPG compared to Kyren Williams's 14.4 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 Christian McCaffrey and Kyren Williams average in 2025?▾

Christian McCaffrey averaged 21.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 7.1 points per game.

When are Christian McCaffrey and Kyren Williams's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Christian McCaffrey (SF) has a bye in Week 14, and Kyren Williams (LAR) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Christian McCaffrey or Kyren Williams a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Christian McCaffrey outscored Kyren Williams by 7.1 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.