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Updated from live statsMichael Carter or Samaje PerineWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
Heads up: Michael Carter is listed out as of . The call below weighs season production, not this week's status.
Michael Carter is a Arizona Cardinals running back who averaged 6.3 fantasy points per game across 13 games in 2025. Samaje Perine is a Kansas City Chiefs running back who averaged 6.5 fantasy points per game across 15 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 | Michael Carter | Samaje Perine |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 6.3 | 6.5 |
| Games Played | 13 | 15 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 82 | 98 |
| Rushing Yards | 333 | 285 |
| Rush Yds/Game | 25.6 | 19.0 |
| Rushing TDs | 1 | 2 |
| Receptions | 33 | 24 |
| Receiving Yards | 267 | 182 |
| Targets | 45 | 0 |
| Total TDs | 1 | 3 |
| Age | 27 | - |
| Experience | 4 yrs | - |
| Bye Week | Week 14 | Week 6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start Michael Carter or Samaje Perine in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for Michael Carter and Samaje Perine is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Michael Carter averaged 6.3 fantasy points per game in 2025 and Samaje Perine averaged 6.5.
Should I draft Michael Carter or Samaje Perine in 2026 fantasy football?▾
Michael Carter averaged 6.3 fantasy points per game across 13 games in 2025, and Samaje Perine averaged 6.5 across 15. 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 Michael Carter and Samaje Perine average in 2025?▾
Michael Carter averaged 6.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Samaje Perine averaged 6.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.2 points per game.
When are Michael Carter and Samaje Perine's bye weeks in 2026?▾
Michael Carter (ARI) has a bye in Week 14, and Samaje Perine (KC) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.
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