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Updated August 16, 2026 from live stats

Kyren Williams vs Rome OdunzeWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

DraftCall Analytics

Start Kyren Williams over Rome Odunze in 2026.

Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 PPG in 2025 to Rome Odunze's 10.3, a 4.1 point per game edge. Williams also stayed healthier, playing 17 games to 12, which steadies his weekly floor. Kyren Williams is Tier 3 among running backs, Rome Odunze is Tier 3 among wide receivers.

The Bottom Line

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, Kyren Williams (14.4 PPG) is the higher-floor play. Rome Odunze (10.3 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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RBLos Angeles Rams#11PPG LEADER

Kyren Williams

PPG

14.4

Games

Rush Yds

1,252

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

281

Bye

Week 11

WRChicago Bears#28

Rome Odunze

PPG

10.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

661

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 10

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Kyren Williams

Rome Odunze

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14.4 PPG10.3 PPG

17 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Kyren Williams: Tier 3 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #11 at the position). Rome Odunze: Tier 3 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #28 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 3 (Strong Starter) RB is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 3 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR in most league formats.

Kyren Williams vs Rome Odunze: The Full Breakdown

Comparing Kyren Williams (RB, Los Angeles Rams) against Rome Odunze (WR, Chicago Bears) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 PPG in 2025 over 17 games, while Rome Odunze posted 10.3 PPG across 12 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.

Kyren Williams has his bye in Week 11, Rome Odunze in Week 10. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Kyren Williams is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Rome Odunze is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Kyren Williams (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Rome Odunze (age 24) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Kyren Williams outscored Rome Odunze by a projected 70 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyren Williams played 17 games in 2025 compared to Rome Odunze's 12. That durability gap means Kyren Williams contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Kyren Williams scored 13 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Rome Odunze caught 44 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Kyren Williams vs Rome Odunze: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kyren Williams	Rome Odunze
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.4	10.3
Games Played	17	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	245	124
Rushing Yards	1,252	0
Rush Yds/Game	73.6	0.0
Rushing TDs	10	0
Receptions	36	44
Receiving Yards	281	661
Targets	50	90
Total TDs	13	6
Age	25	24
Experience	3 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 10

Summary

14.4 PPG for Kyren Williams versus 10.3 for Rome Odunze in 2025. The baseline favors Kyren Williams, 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 Kyren Williams or Rome Odunze in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kyren Williams has the edge at 14.4 PPG compared to Rome Odunze's 10.3 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 Kyren Williams and Rome Odunze average in 2025?▾

Kyren Williams averaged 14.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Rome Odunze averaged 10.3 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 4.1 points per game.

When are Kyren Williams and Rome Odunze's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Kyren Williams (LAR) has a bye in Week 11, and Rome Odunze (CHI) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.