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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Dameon Pierce vs MarShawn LloydWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

MarShawn Lloyd is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.8 PPG to Dameon Pierce's 6.4 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

MarShawn Lloyd is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, MarShawn Lloyd and Dameon Pierce are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.4-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBHouston Texans#99

Dameon Pierce

PPG

6.4

Games

Rush Yds

342

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

108

Bye

Week 14

RBGreen Bay Packers#99PPG LEADER

MarShawn Lloyd

PPG

6.8

Games

Rush Yds

325

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

112

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Dameon Pierce

MarShawn Lloyd

Head to Head

6.4 PPG6.8 PPG

13 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Dameon Pierce: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). MarShawn Lloyd: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Dameon Pierce is producing at 29% of elite pace and MarShawn Lloyd at 31%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Dameon Pierce vs MarShawn Lloyd: The Full Breakdown

Dameon Pierce (6.4 PPG) and MarShawn Lloyd (6.8 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two running backs are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Dameon Pierce played 13 games for the Houston Texans; MarShawn Lloyd suited up 12 times for the Green Bay Packers.

A 0.4-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Dameon Pierce ran for 342 yards and 2 touchdowns; MarShawn Lloyd posted 325 and 3. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Dameon Pierce sits Week 14 while MarShawn Lloyd is off Week 10. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Dameon Pierce (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. MarShawn Lloyd (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•MarShawn Lloyd outscored Dameon Pierce by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Dameon Pierce played 13 games in 2025 compared to MarShawn Lloyd's 12. That durability gap means Dameon Pierce contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•MarShawn Lloyd scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Dameon Pierce vs MarShawn Lloyd: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Dameon Pierce	MarShawn Lloyd
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.4	6.8
Games Played	13	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	83	82
Rushing Yards	342	325
Rush Yds/Game	26.3	27.1
Rushing TDs	2	3
Receptions	15	16
Receiving Yards	108	112
Targets	0	0
Total TDs	2	3
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 10

Summary

6.8 PPG for MarShawn Lloyd versus 6.4 for Dameon Pierce in 2025. The baseline favors MarShawn Lloyd, 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 Dameon Pierce or MarShawn Lloyd in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, MarShawn Lloyd has the edge at 6.8 PPG compared to Dameon Pierce's 6.4 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 Dameon Pierce and MarShawn Lloyd average in 2025?▾

Dameon Pierce averaged 6.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. MarShawn Lloyd averaged 6.8 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

When are Dameon Pierce and MarShawn Lloyd's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Dameon Pierce (HOU) has a bye in Week 14, and MarShawn Lloyd (GB) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Dameon Pierce or MarShawn Lloyd a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

MarShawn Lloyd outscored Dameon Pierce by 0.4 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.