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Updated June 5, 2026 from live stats

Antonio Gibson vs Dylan SampsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Antonio Gibson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.9 PPG to Dylan Sampson's 4.7 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Antonio Gibson is the better fantasy play this season.

Antonio Gibson is the better play on a neutral week. 7.9 PPG with 743 yards gives a reliable baseline. Dylan Sampson at 4.7 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Antonio Gibson higher, but do not fade Dylan Sampson entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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RBNew England Patriots#99PPG LEADER

Antonio Gibson

PPG

7.9

Games

Rush Yds

548

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

195

Bye

Week 14

RBCleveland Browns#99

Dylan Sampson

PPG

4.7

Games

Rush Yds

175

Rec

Rec Yds

271

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Antonio Gibson

Dylan Sampson

Head to Head

7.9 PPG4.7 PPG

15 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Antonio Gibson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Dylan Sampson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Antonio Gibson is producing at 36% of elite pace and Dylan Sampson at 21%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Antonio Gibson vs Dylan Sampson: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between Antonio Gibson and Dylan Sampson is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The New England Patriots running back put up 7.9 PPG in 2025 over 15 games; Dylan Sampson of the Cleveland Browns averaged 4.7 in 15. A 3.2-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 3.2 points favors Antonio Gibson, 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.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Antonio Gibson ran for 548 yards and 3 touchdowns; Dylan Sampson posted 175 and undefined. 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: Antonio Gibson sits Week 14 while Dylan Sampson is off Week 10. 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

Antonio Gibson is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Dylan Sampson is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Antonio Gibson (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Dylan Sampson (age 21) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Antonio Gibson outscored Dylan Sampson by a projected 54 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Antonio Gibson scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Dylan Sampson caught 33 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Antonio Gibson vs Dylan Sampson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Antonio Gibson	Dylan Sampson
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.9	4.7
Games Played	15	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	119	71
Rushing Yards	548	175
Rush Yds/Game	36.5	11.7
Rushing TDs	3	0
Receptions	24	33
Receiving Yards	195	271
Targets	0	40
Total TDs	4	2
Age	-	21
Experience	-	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 10

Summary

7.9 PPG for Antonio Gibson versus 4.7 for Dylan Sampson in 2025. The baseline favors Antonio Gibson, 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 Antonio Gibson or Dylan Sampson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Antonio Gibson has the edge at 7.9 PPG compared to Dylan Sampson's 4.7 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 Antonio Gibson and Dylan Sampson average in 2025?▾

Antonio Gibson averaged 7.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. Dylan Sampson averaged 4.7 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 3.2 points per game.

When are Antonio Gibson and Dylan Sampson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Antonio Gibson (NE) has a bye in Week 14, and Dylan Sampson (CLE) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Antonio Gibson or Dylan Sampson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Antonio Gibson outscored Dylan Sampson by 3.2 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.