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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jaylen Warren vs MarShawn LloydWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jaylen Warren is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 12.3 PPG to MarShawn Lloyd's 6.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jaylen Warren is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. Jaylen Warren outscored MarShawn Lloyd by 5.5 PPG in 2025 with 8 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, Jaylen Warren is the clear pick. MarShawn Lloyd profiles as a matchup-dependent running back who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

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

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RBPittsburgh Steelers#18PPG LEADER

Jaylen Warren

PPG

12.3

Games

Rush Yds

958

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

333

Bye

Week 9

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

Jaylen Warren

MarShawn Lloyd

Head to Head

12.3 PPG6.8 PPG

16 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Jaylen Warren: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #18 at the position). MarShawn Lloyd: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Jaylen Warren is producing at 56% of elite pace and MarShawn Lloyd at 31%. That ranking gap means Jaylen Warren carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jaylen Warren vs MarShawn Lloyd: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Jaylen Warren and MarShawn Lloyd for your lineup, you are not alone. Jaylen Warren finished the 2025 season at 12.3 PPG for the Pittsburgh Steelers (16 games), and MarShawn Lloyd averaged 6.8 for the Green Bay Packers (12 games).

That 5.5-point weekly advantage for Jaylen Warren is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Jaylen Warren is the receiving back in this matchup, turning 40 targets into 333 yards, while MarShawn Lloyd profiles as a more traditional rusher with 325 rushing yards and 3 touchdowns. In PPR and half-PPR formats Jaylen Warren carries the higher weekly floor. In standard leagues the gap tightens considerably.

One scheduling note: Jaylen Warren is off Week 9 and MarShawn Lloyd Week 10. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in running back for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Jaylen Warren is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. MarShawn Lloyd is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Jaylen Warren (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?

•Jaylen Warren outscored MarShawn Lloyd by a projected 94 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jaylen Warren played 16 games in 2025 compared to MarShawn Lloyd's 12. That durability gap means Jaylen Warren contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jaylen Warren scored 8 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.5 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Jaylen Warren caught 40 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jaylen Warren vs MarShawn Lloyd: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jaylen Warren	MarShawn Lloyd
PPG (Half-PPR)	12.3	6.8
Games Played	16	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	197	82
Rushing Yards	958	325
Rush Yds/Game	59.9	27.1
Rushing TDs	6	3
Receptions	40	16
Receiving Yards	333	112
Targets	45	0
Total TDs	8	3
Age	27	-
Experience	3 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 10

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jaylen Warren at 12.3 PPG, 5.5 points per game above MarShawn Lloyd's 6.8. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Jaylen Warren or MarShawn Lloyd in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jaylen Warren has the edge at 12.3 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 Jaylen Warren and MarShawn Lloyd average in 2025?▾

Jaylen Warren averaged 12.3 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 5.5 points per game.

When are Jaylen Warren and MarShawn Lloyd's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Jaylen Warren (PIT) has a bye in Week 9, and MarShawn Lloyd (GB) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Jaylen Warren or MarShawn Lloyd a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Jaylen Warren outscored MarShawn Lloyd by 5.5 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.