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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

J.K. Dobbins vs MarShawn LloydWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

J.K. Dobbins is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.0 PPG to MarShawn Lloyd's 6.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

J.K. Dobbins is the better fantasy play this season.

J.K. Dobbins is the better play on a neutral week. 11.0 PPG with 809 yards gives a reliable baseline. MarShawn Lloyd at 6.8 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft J.K. Dobbins higher, but do not fade MarShawn Lloyd entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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RBDenver Broncos#25PPG LEADER

J.K. Dobbins

PPG

11.0

Games

Rush Yds

772

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 10

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

J.K. Dobbins

MarShawn Lloyd

Head to Head

11.0 PPG6.8 PPG

10 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

J.K. Dobbins: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #25 at the position). MarShawn Lloyd: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, J.K. Dobbins is producing at 50% of elite pace and MarShawn Lloyd at 31%. That ranking gap means J.K. Dobbins carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

J.K. Dobbins vs MarShawn Lloyd: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between J.K. Dobbins and MarShawn Lloyd is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Denver Broncos running back put up 11.0 PPG in 2025 over 10 games; MarShawn Lloyd of the Green Bay Packers averaged 6.8 in 12. A 4.2-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 4.2 points favors J.K. Dobbins, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. J.K. Dobbins ran for 772 yards and 4 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.

Both share a Week 10 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking running backs this deep on your bench, plan your replacement running back early.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

J.K. Dobbins 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: J.K. Dobbins (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?

•J.K. Dobbins outscored MarShawn Lloyd by a projected 71 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•MarShawn Lloyd played 12 games in 2025 compared to J.K. Dobbins's 10. That durability gap means MarShawn Lloyd contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•J.K. Dobbins scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Both players share a Week 10 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

J.K. Dobbins vs MarShawn Lloyd: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	J.K. Dobbins	MarShawn Lloyd
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.0	6.8
Games Played	10	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	110	82
Rushing Yards	772	325
Rush Yds/Game	77.2	27.1
Rushing TDs	4	3
Receptions	11	16
Receiving Yards	37	112
Targets	14	0
Total TDs	4	3
Age	27	-
Experience	5 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

11.0 PPG for J.K. Dobbins versus 6.8 for MarShawn Lloyd in 2025. The baseline favors J.K. Dobbins, 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 J.K. Dobbins or MarShawn Lloyd in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, J.K. Dobbins has the edge at 11.0 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 J.K. Dobbins and MarShawn Lloyd average in 2025?▾

J.K. Dobbins averaged 11.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 10 games in 2025. MarShawn Lloyd averaged 6.8 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 4.2 points per game.

Do J.K. Dobbins and MarShawn Lloyd share a bye week?▾

Yes, both J.K. Dobbins and MarShawn Lloyd share a Week 10 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is J.K. Dobbins or MarShawn Lloyd a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

J.K. Dobbins outscored MarShawn Lloyd by 4.2 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.