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Updated June 5, 2026 from live stats

D'Andre Swift vs Khalil HerbertWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.2 PPG to Khalil Herbert's 5.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. D'Andre Swift outscored Khalil Herbert by 7.4 PPG in 2025 with 10 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, D'Andre Swift is the clear pick. Khalil Herbert 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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RBChicago Bears#16PPG LEADER

D'Andre Swift

PPG

13.2

Games

Rush Yds

1,087

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

299

Bye

Week 10

RBCincinnati Bengals#99

Khalil Herbert

PPG

5.8

Games

Rush Yds

248

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

D'Andre Swift

Khalil Herbert

Head to Head

13.2 PPG5.8 PPG

16 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

D'Andre Swift: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #16 at the position). Khalil Herbert: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, D'Andre Swift is producing at 60% of elite pace and Khalil Herbert at 26%. That ranking gap means D'Andre Swift carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

D'Andre Swift vs Khalil Herbert: The Full Breakdown

D'Andre Swift and Khalil Herbert are at different tiers heading into 2026. The Chicago Bears running back averaged 13.2 PPG in 2025, a full 7.4 points per game ahead of Khalil Herbert's 5.8 with the Cincinnati Bengals. That kind of gap doesn't close on matchup alone.

That 7.4-point weekly advantage for D'Andre Swift is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. D'Andre Swift ran for 1087 yards and 9 touchdowns; Khalil Herbert posted 248 and 2. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

D'Andre Swift has his bye in Week 10, and Khalil Herbert rests in Week 12. Managers rostering both need waiver wire depth at running back for those two weeks, and that is exactly the kind of planning DraftCall's matchup engine surfaces automatically so you are not scrambling on a Sunday morning.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

D'Andre Swift is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Khalil Herbert is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: D'Andre Swift (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Khalil Herbert (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•D'Andre Swift outscored Khalil Herbert by a projected 126 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•D'Andre Swift played 16 games in 2025 compared to Khalil Herbert's 12. That durability gap means D'Andre Swift contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•D'Andre Swift scored 10 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•D'Andre Swift caught 34 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

D'Andre Swift vs Khalil Herbert: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	D'Andre Swift	Khalil Herbert
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.2	5.8
Games Played	16	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	211	70
Rushing Yards	1,087	248
Rush Yds/Game	67.9	20.7
Rushing TDs	9	2
Receptions	34	12
Receiving Yards	299	85
Targets	48	0
Total TDs	10	2
Age	27	-
Experience	5 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 12

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor D'Andre Swift at 13.2 PPG, 7.4 points per game above Khalil Herbert's 5.8. 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 D'Andre Swift or Khalil Herbert in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, D'Andre Swift has the edge at 13.2 PPG compared to Khalil Herbert's 5.8 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 D'Andre Swift and Khalil Herbert average in 2025?▾

D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Khalil Herbert averaged 5.8 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 7.4 points per game.

When are D'Andre Swift and Khalil Herbert's bye weeks in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift (CHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Khalil Herbert (CIN) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is D'Andre Swift or Khalil Herbert a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift outscored Khalil Herbert by 7.4 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.