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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

De'Von Achane vs MarShawn LloydWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

De'Von Achane is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 18.1 PPG to MarShawn Lloyd's 6.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

De'Von Achane is the better fantasy play this season.

De'Von Achane is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 18.1 PPG and 1,838 total yards in 2025, the production separation is too wide to overcome on matchup alone. MarShawn Lloyd (6.8 PPG) is a hold, not a sell, but roster De'Von Achane as the starter and MarShawn Lloyd as depth.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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RBMiami Dolphins#5PPG LEADER

De'Von Achane

PPG

18.1

Games

Rush Yds

1,350

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

488

Bye

Week 6

RBGreen Bay Packers#99

MarShawn Lloyd

PPG

6.8

Games

Rush Yds

325

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

112

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

De'Von Achane

MarShawn Lloyd

Head to Head

18.1 PPG6.8 PPG

16 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

De'Von Achane: Tier 1 (Elite) RB (ranked #5 at the position). MarShawn Lloyd: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, De'Von Achane is producing at 82% of elite pace and MarShawn Lloyd at 31%. That ranking gap means De'Von Achane carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

De'Von Achane vs MarShawn Lloyd: The Full Breakdown

The numbers tell a clear story here. De'Von Achane put up 18.1 fantasy points per game for the Miami Dolphins in 2025, while MarShawn Lloyd managed 6.8 across 12 games with the Green Bay Packers. A 11.3-point weekly edge is substantial at the running back position.

De'Von Achane carries a 11.3-point PPG advantage from the 2025 season. That baseline matters, but it is one input among several. Matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and injury reports move the needle week to week, which is why the best answer changes depending on when you are asking.

De'Von Achane is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 67 targets into 488 yards, while MarShawn Lloyd profiles as a more traditional rusher with 325 rushing yards and 3 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats De'Von Achane carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: De'Von Achane sits Week 6 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

If you can acquire De'Von Achane at a discount because your league-mates undervalue running back production, do it. MarShawn Lloyd is a reasonable sell-high candidate if his recent games have spiked above his season average. Dynasty outlook: De'Von Achane (age 24) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. MarShawn Lloyd (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•De'Von Achane outscored MarShawn Lloyd by a projected 192 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•De'Von Achane played 16 games in 2025 compared to MarShawn Lloyd's 12. That durability gap means De'Von Achane contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•De'Von Achane scored 12 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•De'Von Achane caught 67 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

De'Von Achane vs MarShawn Lloyd: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	De'Von Achane	MarShawn Lloyd
PPG (Half-PPR)	18.1	6.8
Games Played	16	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	290	82
Rushing Yards	1,350	325
Rush Yds/Game	84.4	27.1
Rushing TDs	8	3
Receptions	67	16
Receiving Yards	488	112
Targets	85	0
Total TDs	12	3
Age	24	-
Experience	2 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, De'Von Achane holds the PPG edge with strong output at 18.1 points per game. MarShawn Lloyd averaged 6.8 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 De'Von Achane or MarShawn Lloyd in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, De'Von Achane has the edge at 18.1 PPG compared to MarShawn Lloyd's 6.8 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 De'Von Achane and MarShawn Lloyd average in 2025?▾

De'Von Achane averaged 18.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. MarShawn Lloyd averaged 6.8 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 11.3 points per game.

When are De'Von Achane and MarShawn Lloyd's bye weeks in 2026?▾

De'Von Achane (MIA) has a bye in Week 6, and MarShawn Lloyd (GB) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is De'Von Achane or MarShawn Lloyd a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

De'Von Achane outscored MarShawn Lloyd by 11.3 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.