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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

Kenneth Walker III vs Pat FreiermuthWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

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Start Kenneth Walker III over Pat Freiermuth in 2026.

Kenneth Walker III averaged 10.4 PPG in 2025 to Pat Freiermuth's 6.2, a 4.2 point per game edge. They play different positions, so weigh the per-game edge against what your roster needs at RB and TE. Kenneth Walker III is Tier 5 among running backs, Pat Freiermuth is Tier 4 among tight ends.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Kenneth Walker III (10.4 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Pat Freiermuth (6.2 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

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

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RBSeattle Seahawks#29PPG LEADER

Kenneth Walker III

PPG

10.4

Games

Rush Yds

1,027

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

282

Bye

Week 11

TEPittsburgh Steelers#28

Pat Freiermuth

PPG

6.2

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

486

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 9

The Edge Chart

Kenneth Walker III

Pat Freiermuth

Head to Head

10.4 PPG6.2 PPG

17 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

Kenneth Walker III: Tier 5 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #29 at the position). Pat Freiermuth: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE (ranked #28 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 5 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) TE in most league formats.

Kenneth Walker III vs Pat Freiermuth: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Kenneth Walker III (RB, Seattle Seahawks) against Pat Freiermuth (TE, Pittsburgh Steelers) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Kenneth Walker III averaged 10.4 PPG in 2025 over 17 games, while Pat Freiermuth posted 6.2 PPG across 15 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

Kenneth Walker III has his bye in Week 11, Pat Freiermuth in Week 9. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

If you can acquire Kenneth Walker III at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. Pat Freiermuth is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: Kenneth Walker III (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Pat Freiermuth (age 27) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Kenneth Walker III outscored Pat Freiermuth by a projected 71 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kenneth Walker III played 17 games in 2025 compared to Pat Freiermuth's 15. That durability gap means Kenneth Walker III contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Kenneth Walker III scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Pat Freiermuth caught 41 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Kenneth Walker III vs Pat Freiermuth: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kenneth Walker III	Pat Freiermuth
PPG (Half-PPR)	10.4	6.2
Games Played	17	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	177	93
Rushing Yards	1,027	0
Rush Yds/Game	60.4	0.0
Rushing TDs	5	0
Receptions	31	41
Receiving Yards	282	486
Targets	36	54
Total TDs	5	4
Age	25	27
Experience	3 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 9

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Kenneth Walker III holds the PPG edge with serviceable output at 10.4 points per game. Pat Freiermuth averaged 6.2 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 Kenneth Walker III or Pat Freiermuth in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kenneth Walker III has the edge at 10.4 PPG compared to Pat Freiermuth's 6.2 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 Kenneth Walker III and Pat Freiermuth average in 2025?▾

Kenneth Walker III averaged 10.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Pat Freiermuth averaged 6.2 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 4.2 points per game.

When are Kenneth Walker III and Pat Freiermuth's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Kenneth Walker III (SEA) has a bye in Week 11, and Pat Freiermuth (PIT) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.