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Updated from live statsDylan Sampson or James CookWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
Heads up: Dylan Sampson is listed out (knee) as of . The call below weighs season production, not this week's status.
Dylan Sampson is a Cleveland Browns running back who averaged 4.7 fantasy points per game across 15 games in 2025. James Cook is a Buffalo Bills running back who averaged 16.8 fantasy points per game across 17 games in 2025. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.

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Detailed Stat Breakdown
| Stat | Dylan Sampson | James Cook |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 4.7 | 16.8 |
| Games Played | 15 | 17 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 71 | 286 |
| Rushing Yards | 175 | 1,621 |
| Rush Yds/Game | 11.7 | 95.4 |
| Rushing TDs | 0 | 12 |
| Receptions | 33 | 33 |
| Receiving Yards | 271 | 291 |
| Targets | 40 | 40 |
| Total TDs | 2 | 14 |
| Age | 21 | 27 |
| Experience | 1 yrs | 3 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 10 | Week 7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start Dylan Sampson or James Cook in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for Dylan Sampson and James Cook is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Dylan Sampson averaged 4.7 fantasy points per game in 2025 and James Cook averaged 16.8.
Should I draft Dylan Sampson or James Cook in 2026 fantasy football?▾
Dylan Sampson averaged 4.7 fantasy points per game across 15 games in 2025, and James Cook averaged 16.8 across 17. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.
How many fantasy points did Dylan Sampson and James Cook average in 2025?▾
Dylan Sampson averaged 4.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. James Cook averaged 16.8 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 12.1 points per game.
When are Dylan Sampson and James Cook's bye weeks in 2026?▾
Dylan Sampson (CLE) has a bye in Week 10, and James Cook (BUF) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.
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