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Updated May 14, 2026 from live stats

De'Von Achane vs Kenneth Walker III

Fantasy Football Comparison for the 2026 NFL Season

The Bottom Line

De'Von Achane is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. De'Von Achane outscored Kenneth Walker III by 7.7 PPG in 2025 with 12 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, De'Von Achane is the clear pick. Kenneth Walker III 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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RBMiami Dolphins#5PPG LEADER

De'Von Achane

PPG

18.1

Games

Rush Yds

1,350

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

488

Bye

Week 12

RBSeattle Seahawks#29

Kenneth Walker III

PPG

10.4

Games

Rush Yds

1,027

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

282

Bye

Week 8

The Edge Chart

De'Von Achane

Kenneth Walker III

Head to Head

18.1 PPG10.4 PPG

16 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 12Bye: Week 8

Fantasy Tiers

De'Von Achane: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #5 at the position). Kenneth Walker III: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #29 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, De'Von Achane is producing at 82% of elite pace and Kenneth Walker III at 47%. That ranking gap means De'Von Achane carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

De'Von Achane vs Kenneth Walker III: Who Should You Start?

The numbers tell a clear story here. De'Von Achane put up 18.1 fantasy points per game for the Miami Dolphins in 2025, while Kenneth Walker III managed 10.4 across 17 games with the Seattle Seahawks. A 7.7-point weekly edge is substantial at the running back position.

The per-game difference of 7.7 points favors De'Von Achane, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

De'Von Achane is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 67 targets into 488 yards, while Kenneth Walker III profiles as a more traditional rusher with 1027 rushing yards and 5 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats De'Von Achane carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: De'Von Achane sits Week 12 while Kenneth Walker III is off Week 8. 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

De'Von Achane is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Kenneth Walker III is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: De'Von Achane (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Kenneth Walker III (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•De'Von Achane outscored Kenneth Walker III by a projected 131 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kenneth Walker III played 17 games in 2025 compared to De'Von Achane's 16. That durability gap means Kenneth Walker III contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•De'Von Achane scored 12 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•De'Von Achane caught 67 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown▾

StatAchaneIII

PPG (Half-PPR)18.110.4

Games Played1617

Total Fantasy Pts (est.)290177

Rushing Yards1,3501,027

Rush Yds/Game84.460.4

Rushing TDs85

Receptions6731

Receiving Yards488282

Targets8536

Total TDs125

Age2425

Experience2 yrs3 yrs

Bye WeekWeek 12Week 8

Summary

18.1 PPG for De'Von Achane versus 10.4 for Kenneth Walker III in 2025. The baseline favors De'Von Achane, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start De'Von Achane or Kenneth Walker III in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, De'Von Achane has the edge at 18.1 PPG compared to Kenneth Walker III's 10.4 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 De'Von Achane and Kenneth Walker III average in 2025?▾

De'Von Achane averaged 18.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Kenneth Walker III averaged 10.4 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 7.7 points per game.

When are De'Von Achane and Kenneth Walker III's bye weeks in 2026?▾

De'Von Achane (MIA) has a bye in Week 12, and Kenneth Walker III (SEA) has a bye in Week 8. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is De'Von Achane or Kenneth Walker III a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

De'Von Achane outscored Kenneth Walker III by 7.7 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.