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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Javonte Williams vs MarShawn LloydWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Javonte Williams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 14.1 PPG to MarShawn Lloyd's 6.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Javonte Williams is the better fantasy play this season.

Javonte Williams is clearly the better fantasy option heading into 2026. With 14.1 PPG and 1,338 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 Javonte Williams 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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RBDallas Cowboys#12PPG LEADER

Javonte Williams

PPG

14.1

Games

Rush Yds

1,201

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

137

Bye

Week 14

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

Javonte Williams

MarShawn Lloyd

Head to Head

14.1 PPG6.8 PPG

16 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Javonte Williams: Tier 2 (Strong Starter) RB (ranked #12 at the position). MarShawn Lloyd: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Javonte Williams is producing at 64% of elite pace and MarShawn Lloyd at 31%. That ranking gap means Javonte Williams carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Javonte Williams vs MarShawn Lloyd: The Full Breakdown

The numbers tell a clear story here. Javonte Williams put up 14.1 fantasy points per game for the Dallas Cowboys in 2025, while MarShawn Lloyd managed 6.8 across 12 games with the Green Bay Packers. A 7.3-point weekly edge is substantial at the running back position.

A 7.3-PPG gap gives Javonte Williams the edge on paper, but paper does not account for Thursday night matchups, weather games, or a star defender returning from injury. The real question is not who was better in 2025, but who is the better start this specific week.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Javonte Williams ran for 1201 yards and 11 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: Javonte Williams 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

If you can acquire Javonte Williams 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: Javonte Williams (age 26) 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?

•Javonte Williams outscored MarShawn Lloyd by a projected 124 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Javonte Williams played 16 games in 2025 compared to MarShawn Lloyd's 12. That durability gap means Javonte Williams contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Javonte Williams scored 13 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.8 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Javonte Williams caught 35 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Javonte Williams vs MarShawn Lloyd: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Javonte Williams	MarShawn Lloyd
PPG (Half-PPR)	14.1	6.8
Games Played	16	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	226	82
Rushing Yards	1,201	325
Rush Yds/Game	75.1	27.1
Rushing TDs	11	3
Receptions	35	16
Receiving Yards	137	112
Targets	51	0
Total TDs	13	3
Age	26	-
Experience	4 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 10

Summary

Javonte Williams outscored MarShawn Lloyd by 7.3 PPG in 2025 (14.1 to 6.8). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Javonte Williams or MarShawn Lloyd in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Javonte Williams has the edge at 14.1 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 Javonte Williams and MarShawn Lloyd average in 2025?▾

Javonte Williams averaged 14.1 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 7.3 points per game.

When are Javonte Williams and MarShawn Lloyd's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Javonte Williams (DAL) 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 Javonte Williams or MarShawn Lloyd a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Javonte Williams outscored MarShawn Lloyd by 7.3 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.