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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Kyle Monangai vs MarShawn LloydWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Kyle Monangai is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.1 PPG to MarShawn Lloyd's 6.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Kyle Monangai is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Kyle Monangai edges MarShawn Lloyd by 1.3 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Kyle Monangai goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

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

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RBChicago Bears#38PPG LEADER

Kyle Monangai

PPG

8.1

Games

Rush Yds

783

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

164

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

Kyle Monangai

MarShawn Lloyd

Head to Head

8.1 PPG6.8 PPG

17 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Kyle Monangai: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #38 at the position). MarShawn Lloyd: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Kyle Monangai is producing at 37% of elite pace and MarShawn Lloyd at 31%. That ranking gap means Kyle Monangai carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Kyle Monangai vs MarShawn Lloyd: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Kyle Monangai and MarShawn Lloyd is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 1.3 PPG in 2025, this is one of those running back decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Kyle Monangai averaged 8.1 PPG with the Chicago Bears across 17 games, and MarShawn Lloyd posted 6.8 with the Green Bay Packers in 12.

When two running backs are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Kyle Monangai ran for 783 yards and 5 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.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 10 bye. That means you need a backup plan at running back for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

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: Kyle Monangai (age 23) 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?

•Kyle Monangai outscored MarShawn Lloyd by a projected 22 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Kyle Monangai played 17 games in 2025 compared to MarShawn Lloyd's 12. That durability gap means Kyle Monangai contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Kyle Monangai scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 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

Kyle Monangai vs MarShawn Lloyd: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Kyle Monangai	MarShawn Lloyd
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.1	6.8
Games Played	17	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	138	82
Rushing Yards	783	325
Rush Yds/Game	46.1	27.1
Rushing TDs	5	3
Receptions	18	16
Receiving Yards	164	112
Targets	30	0
Total TDs	5	3
Age	23	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Kyle Monangai holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 8.1 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 Kyle Monangai or MarShawn Lloyd in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Kyle Monangai has the edge at 8.1 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 Kyle Monangai and MarShawn Lloyd average in 2025?▾

Kyle Monangai averaged 8.1 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. MarShawn Lloyd averaged 6.8 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 1.3 points per game.

Do Kyle Monangai and MarShawn Lloyd share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Kyle Monangai 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 Kyle Monangai or MarShawn Lloyd a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Kyle Monangai outscored MarShawn Lloyd by 1.3 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.