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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

MarShawn Lloyd vs Samaje PerineWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

MarShawn Lloyd is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.8 PPG to Samaje Perine's 6.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

MarShawn Lloyd is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, MarShawn Lloyd and Samaje Perine are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.3-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

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RBGreen Bay Packers#99PPG LEADER

MarShawn Lloyd

PPG

6.8

Games

Rush Yds

325

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

112

Bye

Week 10

RBKansas City Chiefs#99

Samaje Perine

PPG

6.5

Games

Rush Yds

285

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

182

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

MarShawn Lloyd

Samaje Perine

Head to Head

6.8 PPG6.5 PPG

12 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

MarShawn Lloyd: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Samaje Perine: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, MarShawn Lloyd is producing at 31% of elite pace and Samaje Perine at 30%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

MarShawn Lloyd vs Samaje Perine: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. MarShawn Lloyd finished the 2025 season at 6.8 PPG over 12 games with the Green Bay Packers, while Samaje Perine clocked in at 6.5 across 15 appearances for the Kansas City Chiefs. A 0.3-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. MarShawn Lloyd ran for 325 yards and 3 touchdowns; Samaje Perine posted 285 and 2. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

One scheduling note: MarShawn Lloyd is off Week 10 and Samaje Perine Week 6. 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

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: MarShawn Lloyd (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Samaje Perine (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•MarShawn Lloyd outscored Samaje Perine by a projected 5 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Samaje Perine played 15 games in 2025 compared to MarShawn Lloyd's 12. That durability gap means Samaje Perine contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•MarShawn Lloyd scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

MarShawn Lloyd vs Samaje Perine: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	MarShawn Lloyd	Samaje Perine
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.8	6.5
Games Played	12	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	82	98
Rushing Yards	325	285
Rush Yds/Game	27.1	19.0
Rushing TDs	3	2
Receptions	16	24
Receiving Yards	112	182
Targets	0	0
Total TDs	3	3
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor MarShawn Lloyd at 6.8 PPG, 0.3 points per game above Samaje Perine's 6.5. 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 MarShawn Lloyd or Samaje Perine in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, MarShawn Lloyd has the edge at 6.8 PPG compared to Samaje Perine's 6.5 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 MarShawn Lloyd and Samaje Perine average in 2025?▾

MarShawn Lloyd averaged 6.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Samaje Perine averaged 6.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 0.3 points per game.

When are MarShawn Lloyd and Samaje Perine's bye weeks in 2026?▾

MarShawn Lloyd (GB) has a bye in Week 10, and Samaje Perine (KC) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is MarShawn Lloyd or Samaje Perine a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

MarShawn Lloyd outscored Samaje Perine by 0.3 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.